One-Pan White Cheddar Ranch Sausage Magic Pasta Bliss

Indulge in this creamy One-Pan White Cheddar Ranch Sausage Magic Pasta, bursting with flavor and easy to make.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 plates

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 550

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pasta

12 ounces Rotini Pasta Penne or fusilli can be substituted.

For the Sausage

1 pound Sausage Varieties can include smoked, kielbasa, or spicy Italian.

For the Sauce

2 cups White Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella, gouda, or parmesan can be used as alternatives.

For Flavor

2 tablespoons Ranch Seasoning Homemade mix can be used if preferred.

For Cooking Liquid

3 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian option.

For Creaminess

1 cup Milk Half-and-half or dairy-free alternatives are suitable.

For Sautéing

2 tablespoons Olive Oil Any cooking oil can be used.

For Richness

2 tablespoons Butter

For Aroma

3 cloves Garlic Minced garlic adds great flavor.

For Nutrients

4 cups Baby Spinach Can substitute with other veggies.
1 cup Roasted Red Peppers

For Seasoning

to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Cooking Steps

Sauté the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook sliced sausage until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
Sauté the Garlic: In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Create the Sauce Base: Add chicken broth and milk to the skillet, stir in ranch seasoning, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Cook the Pasta: Add dry rotini pasta to the skillet, cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the Cheese: Reduce heat and mix in shredded white cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
Fold in the Veggies and Sausage: Incorporate baby spinach, roasted red peppers, and cooked sausage, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
Final Seasoning: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper, mixing well before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your preferred sausage or vegetables for a personal touch.

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