Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One-Pot Creamy Smoked Gouda Sausage Pasta, a dish designed for those cozy nights when you crave something hearty yet quick to prepare. This recipe brings together the rich, smoky essence of gouda cheese and savory sausage, enveloping perfectly cooked pasta in a luscious cream sauce. Not only does it deliver on taste, but the one-pot preparation means minimal cleanup—allowing for more time to enjoy delicious meals with loved ones. With fresh spinach added at the end for a burst of color and nutrition, this dish is as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Perfect for busy weeknights or small family gatherings, One-Pot Creamy Smoked Gouda Sausage Pasta is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 1 lb turkey sausage
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz shredded smoked gouda cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil until shimmering. Add diced onions and sauté until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sliced turkey sausage; cook for another 3–4 minutes until browned.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions (approximately 8–10 minutes) until al dente.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in heavy cream and shredded gouda cheese until melted and creamy.
- Gently fold in fresh spinach until wilted, about 1–2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg