Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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12 oz package kielbasa sausage
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16 oz box pasta
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2 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons minced garlic
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1 cup heavy whipping cream
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2 cans (8 oz each) tomato sauce
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
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½ cup shredded parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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Dried parsley for garnish
# Instructions:
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Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
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Slice the kielbasa and brown it in a large pan over medium heat. Once browned, remove from the pan and set aside.
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In the same pan over medium heat, add the butter and minced garlic. Once the butter melts, add the heavy cream, tomato sauce, tomato paste, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together well.
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Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly, stirring occasionally.
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Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss to coat. Add the browned kielbasa back to the pan and mix everything together. Serve topped with extra parmesan cheese and dried parsley.
# Notes:
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This recipe uses simple pantry staples for a quick weeknight meal
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You can use any type of pasta you prefer
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Kielbasa is a smoked Polish sausage that adds great flavor
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The sauce comes together quickly while the pasta cooks
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Leftovers reheat well for lunch the next day