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Kielbasa Pasta

A comforting dish featuring smoky kielbasa and creamy pasta, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Polish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 ounces pasta penne or rotini work well
  • 1 pound kielbasa sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Equipment

  • Large pot for boiling pasta
  • Skillet for cooking kielbasa
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Colander for draining pasta

Method
 

  1. Begin by boiling a large pot of salted water.
  2. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Add the sliced kielbasa back to the skillet, allowing it to heat through.
  6. Pour in the heavy cream, stirring to combine.
  7. Mix in the shredded cheese until melted and smooth.
  8. Drain the pasta and toss it with the kielbasa sauce in the skillet.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.