Description
Creamy kielbasa pasta is a delightful comfort dish that transforms an ordinary meal into a flavorful celebration. With its velvety sauce clinging to perfectly cooked pasta and the smoky richness of kielbasa, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings, bringing warmth and satisfaction with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 12 oz smoked kielbasa, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the sliced kielbasa until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream, stirring constantly, and bring to a gentle simmer. Add grated Parmesan until melted and smooth.
- Mix in spinach or kale until wilted (about 3 minutes), then season with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Fold the cooked pasta into the creamy mixture until well coated. Heat through for about 3 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 90mg