Crock Pot Pasta and Smoked Turkey Sausage
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I don’t know about you, but as we get closer to Thanksgiving, I begin to focus more on clearing out my pantry and freezer in anticipation of preparing the biggest meal of the year. I tend to grocery shop less but still love to cook delicious meals for my husband and son. The Crock Pot is always on the counter and the oven is used less often.
As you know, chicken is a staple in my house and it is always on the menu several times per week. However, last month hubby went to the Dominican Republic for a mini vacation so it was just Tayair and myself. Instead of having chicken he suggested we try Smoked Turkey Sausage, so that is what we had for dinner the night hubby returned home.
Using the Smoked Turkey Sausage gave this meal more flavor than using plain chicken.
Ingredients:
1 – Package fully cooked Smoked Turkey Sausage – Diced
1 – 14.5 oz can of Petite Diced Tomatoes
1 – Jar Alfredo Sauce
2 – Cups Penne Pasta (uncooked)
Italian Seasoning
Options: Minced Garlic and Red Pepper Flakes
Most people don’t realize that you can put uncooked pasta in the Crock Pot, but for my money, it’s much better as it doesn’t get mushy and cooks up well.
Instructions:
Spray the inside of the Crock Pot with Cooking Spray, add Pasta, Diced Tomatoes and Smoked Turkey Sausage. Sprinkle on a little Italian Seasoning and pour in Alfredo Sauce. Add 1/4 cup of water to the jar, shake and then pour remaining sauce into Crock Pot.
Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 4 hours. If you prefer to use a red sauce like Marinara or spaghetti sauce as it works just as well.
Do you use Smoked Turkey Sausage in your meals?
I really should use my crockpot more but now that it’s cooler I can bake again!
I have been a crock pot user for years and never thought about using uncooked pasta! I use a lot of smoked sausage in meals so I definitely would give your recipe a try!
I love slow cooking this time of the year too! I need to try Slow Cooking with Turkey Sausage and this dish sounds yummy! #ProductReviewParty
I slow cook throughout the year but more so as the weather gets colder. I love coming home to a fully cooked meal and it makes it easier for hubby as well.
BTW – I love your meatless Monday meals!
That sounds like an amazing crock pot dish. I love turkey sausage. #Productreviewparty
Turkey sausage is awesome, I am thinking about making turkey meatballs next week – stay tuned.
Good idea! Using sausage is one of the easiest ways to make a dish. I’m literally cooking it now!
Awesome, let me know how it comes out.
I never thought about using smoke turkey before, sounds like a yummy dish. I hope your husband had a wonderful time!
I can’t wait to start eating some good foods next week!!!!! #ProductReviewParty
Yes – how is the new kitchen?