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One Pot Cheesy Kielbasa Penne

Name: One Pot Cheesy Kielbasa Penne
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 pound kielbasa, sliced into coins; 1/2 cup diced onion; 1 tablespoon minced garlic; 2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1/2 cup whole milk; 8 ounces dry penne pasta; 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 2 cups shredded cheddar jack cheese; 1/3 cup chopped green onions

This one pot pasta combines browned kielbasa, tomatoes, tender penne, and plenty of melted cheese in a creamy savory sauce. It is fast, filling, and especially useful on nights when you want a complete dinner with very little cleanup.

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Heat the olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add the kielbasa and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, until browned around the edges.
Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the broth, tomatoes, milk, penne, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the pasta is tender. Add a small splash of broth if the pan becomes dry before the pasta is done.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese until melted and creamy. Garnish with green onions and serve warm.

From Justin’s kitchen

Use a deep 12 inch skillet or a wide Dutch oven so the pasta cooks evenly. The sauce will thicken as it stands.

One Pot Cheesy Kielbasa Penne

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