Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut
Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut pairs al dente ziti with tangy, rinsed sauerkraut, seared sausage, and sweet bell pepper and onion. Dijon and a splash of white wine brighten the dish, while a hint of cayenne adds gentle warmth. It’s a balanced, hearty weeknight dinner that’s bold, savory, and satisfying.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.
- 2
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the onion and bell pepper in the oil, stirring often, until the onion is tender.
- 3
Stir in the garlic and kielbasa and cook until the kielbasa starts to brown, about 8 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the sauerkraut, mustard, and cayenne; cook about 4 minutes more.
- 5
Stir in the wine and parsley and heat through.
- 6
Toss the ziti with the kielbasa and sauerkraut mixture and serve right away.
- Calories 531.56 kcal High
- Protein 20.21 g Good Source
- Carbs 64.82 g Moderate
- Total Fat 19.05 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.94 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 40.08 mg Moderate
- Sodium 966.33 mg High
- Fiber 4.77 g Moderate
- Sugar 4.5 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.43 g Low Source
- Calcium 30.08 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.78 mg Moderate
- Potassium 209.57 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 16.46 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 36.53 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Sulfites
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut is a German dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Fresh Parsley, and Kielbasa Sausage. Each serving provides about 531.56 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut?
- It is a German pasta recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut made of?
- The main ingredients are Cayenne Pepper, Dijon Mustard, Fresh Parsley, Kielbasa Sausage, Minced Garlic. The full list of 11 is above.
- What goes well with Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut?
- Explore these German side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 531.56 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pasta with Kielbasa and Sauerkraut easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
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