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One Pot Penne Pasta Recipe

A quick, comforting one-pot pasta with smoked sausage, roasted red peppers, and melty cheeses.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • large pot with lid
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring Cups
  • Spatula or spoon

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound smoked sausage cut into bite-sized slices
  • 1/2 medium onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup mushrooms sliced
  • 3 cups penne pasta uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 10 ounce roasted red peppers jar, undrained
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups spinach

Instructions
 

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the sliced smoked sausage; cook until lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and sliced mushrooms to the pot and cook, stirring often, until the onion is slightly tender, about 3–4 minutes.
  • Stir in the uncooked penne, chicken stock, and the jarred roasted red peppers with their liquid; mix to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Cover the pot and cook for 5–8 minutes, then remove the lid and stir; continue cooking until the penne is al dente, about 2–4 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the shredded Monterey Jack and grated Parmesan until melted and combined, then add the spinach and stir until wilted and evenly incorporated.
  • Adjust seasoning if desired, then serve hot.

Notes

  • Use pre-sliced sausage to save time.
  • Adjust chicken stock amount slightly if you prefer a saucier pasta.
  • Cook until pasta reaches your preferred tenderness.
  • Use low-sodium broth if reducing salt.