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Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet

Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet: Quick Comfort Food Delight

A delicious Creamy Kielbasa Broccoli Skillet ready in 30 minutes, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Can substitute with rotini or fusilli.
For the Broccoli
  • 2 cups Broccoli Florets Green beans or spinach can be used as alternatives.
For the Protein
  • 14 ounces Kielbasa Sausage Italian sausage or ground chicken are good substitutes.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Plant-based milk can be used for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Consider vegan cheese for a dairy-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Olive oil can be used for a lighter version.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Shallots or leeks can be used as alternatives.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Flour can be substituted.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Skillet
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook penne pasta for 8-10 minutes, adding broccoli florets in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add kielbasa, cooking for about 5 minutes until browned.
  3. Stir in diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Whisk cornstarch and milk in a bowl, then pour into skillet. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Add shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
  6. Fold in cooked pasta and broccoli, seasoning with salt and pepper. Heat through for about 2 minutes.
  7. Serve and garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Whisk continuously when adding cheese for a smooth sauce. Adjust thickness by adding cornstarch slurry if needed.

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