Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta

Creamy Smoked Sausage Pasta

Ingredients:

• 12 oz package of kielbasa
• 16 oz box of pasta
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 (8 oz) cans tomato sauce
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp each of Italian seasoning and garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt and pepper
• Dried parsley

Directions:

Prep Kielbasa Pasta:

• Gather all ingredients and slice kielbasa into small rounds.
• Measure out seasonings and shred Parmesan cheese if using a block.

Cook Sausage:

• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown sliced kielbasa until golden.
• Remove from skillet and set aside.

Prepare Sauce:

• Add butter to the skillet over medium heat.
• Add minced garlic, heavy cream, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Mix well and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Combine Pasta and Sauce:

• Cook pasta according to box directions.
• Drain cooked pasta and combine with the sauce, ensuring it is well coated.