Creamy Kielbasa Pasta Recipe (with Polish Sausage)
Creamy Kielbasa Pasta is the 30 minute one pot weeknight dinner that puts smoky Polish sausage, garlic parmesan cream sauce, fresh spinach, and farfalle into the same bowl.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 280kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Farfalle pasta
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup yellow onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 & ½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sliced grape tomatoes
- 4 cups spinach packed
- 1 pound Kielbasa sliced into ½ inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Cook pasta per the directions on the packaging. Drain well and set aside.1 pound Farfalle pasta
- In a large pot, heat butter over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, then saute for 1 minute.5 tablespoons unsalted butter, ⅓ cup yellow onion, 4 cloves minced garlic
- Add the cream and parmesan. Whisk together and let simmer for 3-4 minutes.1 & ½ cups heavy whipping cream, 2 cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Add the grape tomatoes, spinach, sausage, and spices, stir well and cover. Let simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.1 cup sliced grape tomatoes, 4 cups spinach, 1 pound Kielbasa, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Once your spinach is cooked down, add your drained pasta and parsley.1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Squeeze a lemon over the pot and stir. Cover and let cook for 2 minutes.1 lemon
- Remove from heat, sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve! Enjoy!
Notes
- Always cook your pasta al dente; it will continue cooking in the creamy sauce.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, increase the red pepper flakes or add a bit of Cajun seasoning.
- Always add your spinach last as it wilts quickly.
- For a zesty touch, don’t skip out on that squeeze of lemon, it helps to break up the richness!
- Using freshly grated parmesan always gives the best results.
- Reheat leftovers on medium heat and add a touch of broth or water to revive the creamy texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg