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One Pot Cheesy Italian Sausage and Shells recipe featuring creamy shells and sausage

One Pot Cheesy Italian Sausage and Shells

A cozy and creamy dish combining the heartiness of Italian sausage with cheesy goodness, perfect for a quick family meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound hot Italian sausage
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped onion Chopped
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups uncooked medium shells
  • 8 ounces Velveeta cheese Cubed
  • to taste salt & pepper Salt & pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Brown the sausage and onions in a pot for 7-10 minutes until the sausage is cooked through and the onions are translucent.
  2. Stir in the tomato paste, garlic powder, and oregano.
  3. Add beef broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a boil.
  4. Stir in uncooked shells, then lower the heat. Let it simmer for 12-13 minutes until shells are al dente.
  5. Incorporate Velveeta cheese until melted and creamy.
  6. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with a fresh side salad or garlic bread. For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs or spice it up with red pepper flakes.