Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (removed from casings)
- 1 lb pasta (penne or rotini)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Add the pasta to the skillet and stir well to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and milk, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 10-12 minutes until the pasta is al dente.
- Stir in the white cheddar cheese, ranch dressing, and Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs or additional cheese if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, try spicy Italian sausage or mix in veggies like spinach or bell peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg