One Pot Sausage Pasta with Cream Cheese
This comforting one-pot dish combines hearty Italian sausage, creamy cheese, and pasta, making it perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage Flavorful and hearty
- 12 ounces pasta (penne or rotini) Structure and texture
- 1 cup cream cheese Richness and creaminess
- 4 cups chicken broth Moisture and flavor
- 1 cup diced tomatoes Freshness and sweetness
- 1 cup spinach (optional) Nutritional boost, moisture
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Aromatic flavor
- Salt and pepper to taste Basic seasoning
- Grated to taste Parmesan cheese for serving Extra richness and flavor
Instructions
Cooking
- Begin by browning the Italian sausage in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat from the pot if necessary and return the pot to heat.
- Add the pasta into the pot with the browned sausage and stir to combine.
- Pour in 4 cups of chicken broth, ensuring the pasta is fully submerged, and bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
- Remove the pot from heat and add 1 cup of cream cheese, stirring until melted and combined.
- Incorporate 1 cup of diced tomatoes and stir gently to combine.
- If using, fold in 1 cup of spinach and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
Allow the dish to sit for a few minutes after cooking to let flavors meld. You can mix in other vegetables or herbs for variations.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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