One Pot Italian Sausage Shells and Cheese
In one pot and under 45 minutes, prepare this Italian style Shells and Cheese recipe, filled with flavorful sausage, tomato sauce, and three cheeses!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound loose Italian Sausage, hot or mild, whatever your preference!
- 12 ounces small pasta shells
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 8 ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a large pot or dutch oven over medium heat.
- Once the oil is hot, add the onion, sauté 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Add the Italian sausage and cook through, 7-9 minutes.
- Add the pasta shells, chicken broth, tomato sauce and Italian seasoning.
- Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Cover, reduce heat to low and cook 15-20 minutes, or until pasta is tender.
- Remove the lid, add the cream cheese, parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese.
- Stir until the cheese is melted, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Notes
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat a single portion in the microwave for 2-3 minutes. Or reheat more than one portion in a pot on the stove for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts
Serving 4servingCalories 887kcal (44%)Carbohydrates 71g (24%)Protein 35g (70%)Fat 50g (77%)Saturated Fat 19g (95%)Cholesterol 117mg (39%)Sodium 1829mg (76%)Potassium 821mg (23%)Fiber 4g (16%)Sugar 5g (6%)Vitamin A 540mg (11%)Vitamin C 18mg (22%)Calcium 241mg (24%)Iron 3.9mg (22%)
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