Ingredients
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- 1 pound italian mild ground sausage
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 2 cups water
- 1/2 cup half-and-half
- 1 (8-ounce) package macaroni pasta
- salt and pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat, combine the sausage and chopped onion. Cook until the sausage is browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a wooden spoon.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, water, half-and-half, and macaroni. Cook for 12 to 14 minutes, stirring often, until the pasta is tender.
- Season with salt and pepper as needed, remembering the cheese will add extra saltiness.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese on top and stir until it melts and is well combined. Remove the pan from heat.
- Allow the dish to sit for a few minutes before serving to let it thicken.
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Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added flavor and nutrition.
This dish works great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For a spicier version, try using hot Italian sausage instead of mild.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg