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One-Pan White Cheddar Ranch Sausage Magic Pasta

One-Pan White Cheddar Ranch Sausage Magic Pasta Delight

One-Pan White Cheddar Ranch Sausage Magic Pasta is a delightful comfort dish ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Rotini Pasta Substitute with any short pasta like penne or fusilli
For the Protein
  • 1 pound Smoked Sausage or Kielbasa Can be swapped for spicy sausage, turkey sausage, or plant-based alternatives
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup White Cheddar Cheese Substitute with mozzarella, gouda, or parmesan
  • 1 package Ranch Seasoning Replace with a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, and dill
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Use half-and-half or evaporated milk if preferred
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy-free options can be used
For Cooking Elements
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Use olive oil for a lighter version
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
For Nutrition and Color
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Replace with kale or add other veggies for extra flavor
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of olive oil. Sauté sliced smoked sausage or kielbasa for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  2. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and 1 cup of milk, scraping the bottom to incorporate browned bits. Stir in ranch seasoning and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Toss in 12 ounces of rotini pasta, mostly submerged in liquid. Cover and let simmer for about 12–15 minutes until al dente.
  5. Reduce heat to low and add 1 cup of shredded white cheddar cheese, stirring continuously until melted and creamy.
  6. Fold in 2 cups of baby spinach and 1 cup of roasted red peppers, then return the browned sausage to combine everything before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 26gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with your favorite pasta, cheese, or veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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