Creamy Kielbasa Smoked Sausage Pasta
Creamy kielbasa pasta combines sliced smoked sausage, penne pasta, onions, and peppers in a rich sauce of cream and parmesan.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 624kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 (14 ounce) package Kielbasa smoked sausage sliced into ½-inch rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 large red bell pepper diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes undrained
- 1-½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley optional for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, boil the pasta in salted water until al dente according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Kielbasa and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Cook over medium to medium high heat until the veggies are softened and the onions are translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked Kielbasa to the skillet along with the cooked penne pasta, salt, and pepper. Toss until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce. Garnish with additional grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
Storage: To store leftover pasta, first let it cool to room temperature. Transfer the pasta to an airtight container or resealable plastic bag to keep it fresh. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can freeze the pasta for 2-3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 624kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 40g | Saturated Fat: 23g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 112mg | Sodium: 833mg | Potassium: 373mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2706IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 1mg
