Description
Pastalaya is a flavorful one-pot pasta dish that combines the elements of jambalaya with pasta instead of rice. This hearty and comforting meal is easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 lb. smoked sausage (preferably Andouille)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 10oz. bag frozen 'seasoning mix'*
- 1 15oz. can diced tomatoes
- 1 lb. penne pasta
Seasonings:
- 1/2 Tbsp Creole seasoning**
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp thyme
- Freshly cracked pepper
Additional:
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- 2 Tbsp half and half or cream
- 1/2 bunch fresh parsley
- 1/2 bunch green onions
Instructions
- Slice and Cook Sausage: Slice the sausage and brown in a pot with oil.
- Add Aromatics: Sauté garlic, add seasoning mix, tomatoes, and spices.
- Cook Pasta: Add pasta, broth, and water. Simmer until pasta is tender.
- Finish and Serve: Stir in cream, parsley, and green onions. Serve hot.
Notes
- The ‘seasoning mix’ is a blend of onion, bell pepper, and celery.
- If using fresh vegetables, chop one yellow onion, one green bell pepper, and two stalks of celery.
- Adjust salt if using homemade Creole seasoning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 472 kcal
- Sodium: 715 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 19 g
