Description
A quick and cozy one-pot dinner featuring smoky sausage, bright tomatoes, and creamy pasta.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage (Sliced on a slight angle for better browning)
- 12 oz penne pasta (Uncooked)
- 2 cups chicken broth (Measured out)
- 1 cup heavy cream (For the sauce)
- 1 medium onion (Chopped)
- 1 bell pepper bell pepper (Chopped smaller than the sausage slices)
- 3 cloves garlic (Mince into a small pile for quick addition)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (Drained)
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (For seasoning)
- 1 tsp paprika (Enhances flavor)
- to taste Salt and pepper (For seasoning)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (For garnish)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (For sautéing)
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage, onion, and bell pepper; sauté until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, heavy cream, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Stir in uncooked penne pasta; lower heat and simmer until the pasta is tender (10-12 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
Notes
If the sauce looks too thin near the end, let it simmer a minute longer. If it’s too thick, add a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Cuisine: American, Cajun