One Pot Smoked Sausage Pasta

One Pot Smoked Sausage Pasta

Smoked sausage and pasta simmered in a creamy sauce with cheddar, all cooked in one pot for effortless cleanup.

Preparation Time

10 min

Cooking Time

30 min

Overall Time

40 min

Created By: Lili Clark

Category: Lunch

Skill Level: Beginner-Friendly

Cuisine Type: American

Output: ~

Dietary Options: ~

Ingredients

3 tablespoons olive oil

2 pounds smoked sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 cups chicken broth

12 ounces diced tomatoes, undrained

1/2 cup heavy cream

1/4 teaspoon pepper

8 ounces dry whole wheat bow tie pasta

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps

Slice smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces.

Add olive oil to a large pot or Dutch oven and sauté onions and sausage over medium heat until onions soften and sausage browns.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add chicken broth, diced tomatoes (undrained), heavy cream, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

Add the dry pasta to the pot, ensuring it is stirred into the sauce and fully covered with liquid. Cover the pot and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.

Serve immediately with additional shredded cheese if desired.

Tips

Stir the pasta occasionally while simmering to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.

Required Tools

Large pot or Dutch oven

Allergy Information

Always check each ingredient for allergens, and consult a medical professional if unsure.

Contains dairy (cheddar cheese, heavy cream)
Contains gluten (whole wheat bow tie pasta)

Nutritional Information (per serving)

These details are shared for general guidance and don’t replace professional advice.

Lili Clark

Hi! I’m LiLi, a former kitchen disaster who learned to cook by documenting my grandmother’s recipes. I believe cooking should be accessible, sometimes messy, and always delicious. Join me as I share everything from family classics to weeknight emergencies!

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