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Big on taste and convenience, this EASY Creamy Sausage Pasta dinner makes EVERYONE happy at the dinner table. Using just one pan and items from the pantry, it’s super-fast and perfect for weeknights!
DISCLOSURE: This conversation was sponsored by Eckrich. All opinions are my own.
I’m a working mama, my head spins sometimes when I look at our family schedule. Between school drop-offs (2 x – different schools, different times), pickups, homework, gymnastics, appointments and you know… working for a living … I regularly stare at the fridge at dinner time wondering:
- where the day went;
- why there are hot wheels cars in my fridge;
- what on earth I’m going to make for dinner that 1) we’ll all enjoy, 2) I can rustle up in 30 minutes or less, 3) using just what I have on hand.
No recipe – no problem!! Thankfully for me, I keep precooked Eckrich Original Skinless Smoked Sausage Rope around for this exact purpose. Crafted with just the right blend of spices for a rich, savory taste, and pre-cooked so all you have to do is heat and eat, Eckrich Naturally Hardwood Smoked Sausage can be paired with whatever you have on-hand in the fridge or pantry for a fast, fool-proof meal that the whole family will love.
Check out the video in the recipe below to see how to make this!
My Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta comes together in under 30 minutes, and has only a few ingredients! Winning, right? Just smoked sausage, onion, garlic, whatever pasta you have lying around, canned tomatoes, chicken stock, cream and cheddar cheese! No need for a recipe book requiring far fetched ingredients. THIS is all you really need!
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How to make Creamy Sausage Pasta
Full, printable recipe below – just scroll down to the recipe card!
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven.
- Add the Eckrich Smoked Sausage and the diced onion. Cook until the onion begins to soften – 1-2 minutes.
- Add the garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the pasta, tomatoes, stock, and cream.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and sprinkle the top with cheese. Replace lid and allow to sit 5 minutes, so the cheese melts.
- Garnish with green onions.
- Devour.
Kylee’s Notes & FAQs
- Can I use milk or half n half in place of cream?
Yes! you may need to add a little cream cheese to thicken the sauce, but it’s totally doable. - How do I know if my pasta is cooked?
Take a piece out of the pan. Al dente pasta will feel firm, not crunchy when you bite down with your front teeth. - Can I use any kind of sausage?
Yes! Any fully cooked sausage will work. - Can I double this?
Yes, you can, and you totally should. If you have a bigger family than me, or you just love leftovers – double/triple/quadruple away!
Yes! you may need to add a little cream cheese to thicken the sauce, but it’s totally doable.
Take a piece out of the pan. Al dente pasta will feel firm, not crunchy when you bite down with your front teeth.
Yes! Any fully cooked sausage will work well.
Yes, you can, and yes, you totally should. If you have a bigger family than me, or you just love leftovers – double/triple/quadruple away!
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Creamy Sausage Pasta (dinner made in one pan!)
Ingredients
- 1 lb Smoked Sausage Rope sliced
- 2 Tbs olive oil
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 tsp minced garlic (about 4 cloves)
- 8 oz bow tie pasta
- 14oz can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp cracked pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese grated
- 2 Tbs green onions sliced
Instructions
- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large skillet or dutch oven.
- Add the sliced Eckrich Original Skinless Smoked Sausage Rope and the diced onion. Cook until the onion begins to soften – 1-2 minutes.
- Add the garlic, and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add the pasta, tomatoes, stock and cream.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over a low heat for 15 minutes.
- Remove from the heat and sprinkle the top with cheese. Replace lid and allow to sit 5 minutes, so the cheese melts.
- Garnish with green onions.
- Devour.
Tips & Notes:
- Can I use milk or half n half in place of cream?
Yes! you may need to add a little cream cheese to thicken the sauce, but it’s totally doable. - How do I know if my pasta is cooked?
Take a piece out of the pan. Al dente pasta will feel firm, not crunchy when you bite down with your front teeth. - Can I use any kind of sausage?
Yes! Any fully cooked sausage will work well. - Can I double this?
Yes, you can, and yes, you totally should. If you have a bigger family than me, or you just love leftovers – double/triple/quadruple away!
nutrition facts
Nutritional Disclaimer
Recipes written and produced on Kylee Cooks are for informational purposes only. Kylee is not a certified nutritionist. Nutritional data provided on Kylee Cooks has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration.
Christy says
This pasta is delicious and I love how easy it is to make. I love the smoked sausage, I usually serve it by itself but with the pasta is amazing! This recipe will go on rotation as my kids really enjoyed this dish. They cleaned their plates!
Jaida ~ Sweet Beginnings says
This was a really great weeknight meal – quick & easy just like this working mama needs meals to be! Great flavor and made in one pot – so, easy and less dishes?!? Yep, this one is a keeper!
Jennifer Stewart says
Looks delicious! Love how easy it was to make.
Brandi Burgess says
This was dinner tonight at our house! Our whole family LOVED it! I love that its ready so fast and all in one pan!
Julie Menghini says
What a delicious meal that comes together so easily after a crazy day!
Eva says
Sounds like the perfect weekday meal when you are both short on time and on fancy stuff in the fridge/pantry. Love the extra time saved used to go grab a glass of wine 😛
Heather says
I love smoked sausage! And this dish looks crazy good..and love that it’s made in one pan! Can’t wait to try this for a quick weeknight meal!
Kelly Anthony says
Oh, my husband would SO love this pasta dish! And my kids love sausage too! And I love pasta! HA! A total win for the whole family 😉
Sharon says
You had me at ‘one pan’! Not only does this look delicious but it’s simple too.
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says
I love easy peasy meals like this! We all work so hard and there are nights when I just don’t feel like slaving over the stove top!
Jo says
One pan dinners are truly a boon on busy days. Who wants too many messy dishes to clean-up. right! And pasta has come out perfect! Looks absolutely delicious!
Julie says
You totally had me at “dinner made in one pan.” Faster, easier, and fewer dishes — this is my kind of a weeknight dinner!!
Jessica (Swanky Recipes) says
Sausage is huge in Louisiana cooking. We use it in so many flavorful dishes. I love how hassle-free this recipe is. I might even add a little Cajun seasoning, too.
Sara says
One pan for the win! We have kids sports every night this week and I am determined to win the war against the drive thru for dinner. This looks tasty and will make for an easy dinner with minimal clean up! YAY!
Neha says
You have done a fantastic job clicking such mouth watering and vibrant clicks! I almost want to reach out of my screen and grab this bowl of deliciousness!!!
Natalie says
Oh wow.. this looks so delicious and so creamy. My kiddo would LOVE this. That’s why I already saved the recipe. Need to make this asap.
Rose says
Thank you for the recipe! Was fantastic! Will definitely make again! Hubby and son who are picky loved it and my son said this is something the Cheesecake Factory would serve! Thanks again! Gave us something different to try!
Judy Saad says
For the Creamy Sausage Pasta, do you drain the can of tomatos?
Thanks!
Kylee says
Hi Judy – no, just add them in, juice and all!