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Penne Pasta with Chorizo

Prep 10 min
Total 35 min
Ingredients 11
Servings 4

Pasta is one of those dishes that work well for any occasion and everyone loves it. My favorite weekday dishes are the ones I can prepare in 30 minutes or less and are filled with flavor. I’m in love with this pasta with chorizo recipe because it’s such a flavorful dish. It’s a new favorite in my house and I’ve taken to preparing it often because it’s delicious, inexpensive and easy to make. MORE + LESS -

Ingredients

tablespoon olive oil

lb chorizo, cut into slices

cups chopped onion

cloves garlic, minced

cup chicken broth

(10-ounce) can diced tomatoes

cup heavy cream

ozs penne pasta

Salt and pepper to taste

cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1/4

cup chopped green onions

Directions

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1

Fry the chorizo in olive oil for a couple of minutes and drain on paper towel.
2

Add the onion and cook 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
3

Add the chicken broth, tomatoes, cream, salt and pepper. Stir well and simmer for 8 minutes.
4

Next, cook the pasta al dente. When ready, drain and add to the sauce with grated cheese and chorizo. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes. Serve hot and garnished with chopped scallions on top.

Expert Tips

When cooking the pasta, add a teaspoon of oil to the water to prevent the pasta from sticking.

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More About This Recipe

Pasta is one of those dishes that work well for any occasion and everyone loves it. My favorite weekday dishes are the ones I can prepare in 30 minutes or less and are filled with flavor. I’m in love with this pasta with chorizo recipe because it’s such a flavorful dish. It’s a new favorite in my house and I’ve taken to preparing it often because it’s delicious, inexpensive and easy to make.