Easy Cheesy Baked Kielbasa Pasta
The perfect comforting dinner for family meals, guests, potlucks, or meal trains—easy, cheesy, and packed with flavor!
Ingredients
- 16 Ounces Rigatoni Pasta
- 32 Ounces Pasta Sauce
- 2 Tbsps Olive Oil
- 14 Ounces Kielbasa recommend doubling!
- 1/2 Large Yellow Onion
- 2 Large Bell Peppers
- 2 Cups Italian Cheese
- 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 Cup Pesto divided
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rigatoni until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Brown the kielbasa: In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook sliced kielbasa in olive oil until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté veggies: In the same pan, sauté chopped onion and bell peppers in the leftover oil until soft and fragrant, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add sauce and pesto: Stir in marinara sauce and 2 tablespoons of pesto. Simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors.
- Combine with pasta: Add cooked pasta and browned kielbasa to the skillet. Stir in ¼ cup Parmesan cheese and toss to coat.
- Assemble and top: Transfer to a baking dish (or keep in Dutch oven). Drizzle with remaining pesto and top with Italian cheese and remaining Parmesan.
- Bake: Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Pairs perfectly with salad or garlic bread!
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