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One Pot Kielbasa Pasta

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 -5
Calories 810kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb smoked kielbasa or turkey/chicken 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

Instructions

  • Add olive oil to a 4-5 quart saute pan over medium high heat.
  • Fry the smoked kielbasa and onions.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add chicken broth, tomatoes, heavy cream, pasta, and seasonings.
  • Simmer for 15 minutes, or untill pasta is tender.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Top with remaining cheese and cover until cheese is melted, spotty brown, and bubbly.
  • Sprinkle with sliced scallions and serve.
  • 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!

Nutrition

Calories: 810kcal | Carbohydrates: 58.5g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 48.4g | Saturated Fat: 18.6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20.7g | Cholesterol: 111.3mg | Sodium: 1670.2mg | Potassium: 874mg | Fiber: 4.1g | Sugar: 8.4g | Vitamin A: 537IU | Vitamin C: 17.2mg | Calcium: 322.1mg | Iron: 4mg