Cheesy Pasta Dish
October31
Recipe: Cheesy Pasta Dish
Summary: A hearty pasta dish.
Ingredients
- 6 oz Elbow Macaroni
- 2 Chicken Sausages
- 1-2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 6 Tablespoons Cheese Spread
- 6 Tablespoons Milk
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas, or another green veggie
- 1/2 cup cherry tomato, halved
- Cajun Seasoning or Paprika
- Herbs for garnish – Parsley or Basil
Instructions
- Slice the chicken sausage into about 1/2 inch rounds
- Saute’ the sausage in the oil until nicely browned, set aside and keep warm
- Meanwhile, add the pasta to boiling water for 7- 10 minutes until al dente
- Add the peas to the pasta and boil for the last 4-5 minutes
- Drain the pasta and peas
- Blend the milk and Cheese Spread, blend in a skillet over medium heat until it begins to simmer
- Add the pasta, peas, and the sausage pieces
- Stir and heat through.
- Toss the tomatoes in for just a minute or so
- Transfer to serving bowl
- Sprinkle with Cajun Seasoning or Paprika and garnish with finely shopped herbs
Variations
Substitute extra vegetables for the chicken to make this a vegetarian skillet meal.