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One Pot Kielbasa Pasta

A quick and easy one-pot pasta dish featuring kielbasa sausage, perfect for a weeknight meal. This recipe combines savory flavors with a creamy cheese sauce for a comforting and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 large servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb smoked kielbasa or turkey/chicken beef sausage sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1.5 cups diced onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 8 oz dry pasta small pasta
  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 1/2 tsp salt and pepper each
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions for garnish

Method
 

  1. Add olive oil to a 4-5 quart saute pan over medium high heat.
  2. Fry the smoked kielbasa and onions.
  3. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add chicken broth, tomatoes, heavy cream, pasta, and seasonings.
  5. Simmer for 15 minutes, or untill pasta is tender.
  6. Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
  7. Top with remaining cheese and cover until cheese is melted, spotty brown, and bubbly.
  8. Sprinkle with sliced scallions and serve.
  9. This only makes 4 large servings, so if you are feeding a larger group or want leftovers,I'd recommend doubling the recipe, it's well worth it! Enjoy!

Notes

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the salt and pepper.