Description
Creamy Kielbasa Pasta is an irresistible, comforting dish that combines tender pasta with smoky kielbasa in a rich, velvety sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or surprise guests, bringing warmth and coziness to your dinner table. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, every bite promises a moment of joy. Get ready for the whole family to ask for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 12 oz smoked kielbasa, diced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the diced kielbasa for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring and scraping the pan for flavor bits. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach until wilted, then mix in the grated Parmesan until creamy.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet until well-coated in sauce. Serve hot with extra cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg