One Pan Cheesy Smoked Sausage Pasta Skillet (Print-Friendly Version)
Smoked sausage, cheese, and pasta cooked in one-pan with a creamy, spicy sauce for a satisfying family dinner.
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 pound smoked turkey sausage, sliced
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1 cup diced onion (about 1 medium onion)
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1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 2–3 fresh cloves)
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2 cups chicken broth
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10 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with or without chiles, like rotel)
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1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
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8 ounces dry pasta (such as rotini, penne, or farfalle)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup shredded Cheddar-Jack cheese
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1/3 cup sliced scallions for garnish
# Steps:
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Add olive oil to a 5-quart saute pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and sausage, and cook until lightly browned. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
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Add chicken broth, canned tomatoes (undrained), milk, pasta, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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Turn off heat and stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and cover the pan for about 5 minutes to allow cheese to melt. Optionally, broil for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese further.
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Top with sliced scallions and serve hot.
# Notes:
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If there is still a lot of thin liquid left, spoon some out before adding the cheese. You need some liquid to create the sauce.
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Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.
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Freezing is possible, but the cream might break down upon reheating, so it is not recommended.
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To reheat, thaw first if frozen, then microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until hot.