Description
Pasta lovers rejoice with this one pan garlic and herb pasta, where Mediterranean flavors dance together in a simple, elegant symphony. Creamy, aromatic, and packed with fresh herbs, this dish delivers comfort and excitement in every delightful bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 smoked sausages, sliced
- 4 ounces (113 grams) garlic and herb cheese spread
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
Liquids, Fats, and Pasta:
- 2 tablespoons oil (for sauteing)
- 1/2 stick (1/4 cup or 56 grams) butter
- 12 ounces (340 grams) pasta (any variety)
- 32 ounces (946 milliliters) low sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large skillet, sear sliced smoked sausages and diced onions over medium-high heat until they develop a rich golden-brown color, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30-45 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence while preventing burning.
- Melt butter into the sausage mixture, ensuring even coating and creating a flavorful base for the pasta.
- Add uncooked pasta directly into the skillet, gently tossing to incorporate with the butter and meat mixture.
- Pour chicken broth over the ingredients, ensuring pasta is mostly submerged. Cover and simmer at medium heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring intermittently to prevent sticking.
- When pasta reaches al dente texture and liquid reduces significantly, incorporate garlic and herb cheese spread, stirring until completely melted and smooth.
- Sprinkle shredded Parmesan cheese over the dish, folding gently to create a creamy, luxurious consistency.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 2-3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken slightly. Serve immediately while warm and inviting.
Notes
- Easily substitute smoked sausage with turkey sausage, plant-based sausage, or skip meat entirely for a vegetarian version.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth and reduced-fat cheese to make this dish more heart-healthy and diet-friendly.
- Stir pasta frequently during cooking to prevent sticking and ensure even liquid absorption for perfectly cooked noodles.
- Add fresh chopped parsley or basil at the end for a burst of fresh flavor and extra nutritional boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 630 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg