One Pot Kielbasa Pasta (Print Version)
Smoky sausage, pasta, and melty cheese simmer in a single pan for a delicious, easy comfort dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound smoked kielbasa or turkey/chicken sausage, sliced 1/4 inch thick
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1 cup diced onion
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 1/4 cups canned diced tomatoes, undrained
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8 ounces small dry pasta
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1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Finishing Ingredients
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1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
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1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions, for garnish
# Steps:
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Pour olive oil into a 4–5 quart sauté pan and place over medium-high heat.
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Add sliced kielbasa and diced onion to the pan. Sauté until sausage is browned and onions are translucent.
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Add minced garlic, stirring continuously. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Pour in chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juice, milk or cream, uncooked pasta, salt, and black pepper. Stir to thoroughly combine.
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Bring contents to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and the sauce has slightly thickened.
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Remove the pan from heat. Stir in half of the shredded Cheddar cheese until evenly melted.
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Scatter the remaining cheese over the surface, cover, and allow to rest until the cheese is melted, lightly golden, and bubbly.
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Sprinkle with thinly sliced scallions and serve hot.
# Notes:
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Use a heavy-bottomed sauté pan to ensure even cooking and prevent the pasta from sticking.