One Pan Cheesy Smoked Sausage (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 pound smoked turkey sausage, sliced
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1 cup diced onion (about 1 medium onion)
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1 tablespoon minced garlic (about 2-3 fresh cloves)
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes (with or without chiles)
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1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
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8 ounces dry pasta (e.g., rotini, penne, or farfalle)
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 cup shredded Cheddar-Jack cheese
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1/3 cup sliced scallions for garnish
# Instructions:
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Add olive oil to a 5-quart sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add onions and sausage and cook until lightly browned. Add garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
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Add chicken broth, tomatoes (undrained), milk, pasta, and seasonings. Bring the mixture to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender, and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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Turn off the heat and stir in 1/2 cup of cheese. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover for about five minutes to allow the cheese to melt. Top with sliced scallions and serve. Optionally, broil for a couple of minutes to melt the cheese further.
# Notes:
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If there is still a lot of thin liquid, spoon some out before adding cheese. Some liquid is needed to create the sauce.
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Place leftovers in an airtight container and keep in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
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Freezing is possible, but the cream might break down upon reheating, which is not recommended.
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To reheat, thaw first if frozen, then heat in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring each time, until hot.