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One-Pot Kielbasa Mac and Cheese: Quick and Delicious!

A quick and delicious one-pot meal featuring macaroni, kielbasa, and a creamy cheese sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 12 ounces kielbasa sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sliced kielbasa. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and the kielbasa is browned.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the elbow macaroni, chicken broth, smoked paprika, mustard powder, black pepper, and salt to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked al dente.
  4. Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the milk, shredded cheddar cheese, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
  5. Remove from heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes to thicken. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or diced jalapeños when cooking the onion.
  • Substitute the kielbasa with smoked turkey sausage or a plant-based sausage for a healthier or vegetarian option.

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