Description
A comforting pasta dish featuring smoky sausage and a rich, creamy garlic sauce with tomatoes and melted cheese. Easy to make and perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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16 oz rotini pasta
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12 oz smoked sausage, sliced
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3 tablespoons salted butter
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2 tablespoons flour
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4 to 7 cloves garlic, minced
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3 cups half and half
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1 cup chicken stock
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon pepper
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1 teaspoon oregano
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1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
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15 oz diced tomatoes, drained
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¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Instructions
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Cook rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sliced smoked sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
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Stir in flour to make a roux and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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Slowly whisk in half and half and chicken stock, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
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Add salt, pepper, and oregano. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.
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Stir in shredded cheese and diced tomatoes. Cook until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy.
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Return sausage and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss well to coat everything evenly and heat through.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top before serving.
Notes
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Use any shredded cheese you prefer or have on hand for different flavor profiles.
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For extra heat, add crushed red pepper flakes when cooking garlic.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American