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Caramelized Onion and Smoked Sausage Penne Pasta
A one skillet pasta dish brimming with bold flavors of smoked sausage and caramelized onions, tossed in a rich tomato garnish and a sprinkle of parmesan cheese. Adding a hint of fresh basil leaves at the end gives an aromatic finish to this irresistible pasta ensemble.
3
45 min
TOTAL TIME
559
CALORIES
$2.09
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Ingredients
Directions
6 STEPS
15 min
PREP TIME
30 min
COOK TIME
45 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Brown the sliced smoked sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until caramelized, then set aside, retaining the drippings in the pan.
2
Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the thinly sliced onions and salt to the sausage drippings, cooking until the onions become very soft and well caramelized, about 15 minutes.
3
While the onions are caramelizing, cook the penne pasta according to package directions in a separate pot. Drain the pasta, keeping aside 1/2 cup of the starchy cooking water.
4
Combine the caramelized onions, browned sausage, diced tomatoes, and dried oregano in the skillet, stirring until the mixture comes to a simmer.
5
Fold in the cooked pasta and half of the grated parmesan cheese. Add in some of the reserved cooking water if needed to adjust consistency.
6
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with remaining parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of chopped fresh basil leaves on top.
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Health Info
Macros
53g
CARBS
28g
FAT
26g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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