Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
## One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage
When life gets busy, quick and easy meals really come in handy. This One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage dish is exactly that! Made with smoked sausage, onions, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, pasta, heavy cream, and cheese, it’s not only easy to prepare, but it’s also incredibly tasty.
## Why Make this Recipe
Why would you choose this recipe over others? Well, the answer is simple – it’s quick, it’s simple, and it’s delicious! Unlike many other recipes that will require you to spend hours in the kitchen, this wonderful dish is ready in just 15 minutes!
## How to Make One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage
This dish is as straightforward as they come. All you need are the ingredients and a single pot.
## Ingredients
– 1 tablespoon of olive oil
– 1 pound of smoked sausage, sliced
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cups of chicken broth
– 1 can of diced tomatoes, undrained (14.5 oz)
– 1 cup of uncooked pasta (penne or rotini are good choices)
– 1/2 cup of heavy cream
– 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
## Directions
1. Start by heating the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onions and smoked sausage slices. Cook until the sausages are brown and the onions have caramelized.
3. Pour in the chicken broth, the diced tomatoes, and the uncooked pasta. Stir everything together until it’s well mixed.
4. Once the mixture has reached a boil, cover it and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
5. Once your pasta is at your desired level of tenderness, add in the heavy cream and shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and forms a creamy sauce around the other ingredients.
6. Add salt and pepper to taste, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve.
## How to Serve One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage
Serving this dish is simple – just spoon it onto a plate or into a bowl, and it’s ready to go! It’s a great standalone dish, or you can serve it with a side salad or some garlic bread.
## How to Store One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage
To store any leftovers, just cover the pot and place it in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to three days.
## Tips to Make One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage
To make this recipe even more effortless, you can buy pre-sliced smoked sausage and diced onions.
## Variation
You could try adding some leafy greens like spinach or kale to the pot for a vegetable boost.
## FAQs
Q1: Can I use a different type of sausage?
A1: Yes, you can use any type of sausage that you prefer.
Q2: Can I use a different kind of pasta?
A2: Yes, any kind of pasta will work, but penne or rotini are good choices because they’re short and often the same size as the sausage and vegetables.
Q3: How can I make this dish lactose-free?
A3: Substitute the heavy cream with a non-dairy creamer or lactose-free milk and use a lactose-free cheese.