One Pot Kielbasa Pasta
A hearty and comforting one-pan dish brimming with smoked sausage, tender pasta, and a luscious cheesy finish. perfect for a quick family dinner.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 lb smoked kielbasa or turkey/chicken sausage sliced 1/4 inch thick
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/3 cup thinly sliced scallions for garnish
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups diced onion
- 8 oz small dry pasta
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Pour olive oil into a 4–5 quart sauté pan and set over medium-high heat.
- Sauté the kielbasa slices and diced onion until lightly browned. Incorporate the minced garlic and cook briefly until aromatic, approximately 30 seconds.
- Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, milk or cream, uncooked pasta, salt, and pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
- Withdraw the pan from heat and fold in half of the shredded Cheddar. Scatter the remaining cheese atop, then cover until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly with golden spots.
- Garnish with sliced scallions and present immediately.
Notes
Should you wish to serve a larger group or save portions for later, consider doubling the quantities — this dish scales wonderfully.