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Pasta With Sauerkraut and Kielbasa

Bow tie pasta simmers in a rich, buttery onion and beef broth with savory kielbasa and tangy sauerkraut stirred in for extra depth of flavor.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Kielbasa and Pasta, Sauerkraut Pasta
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 686kcal
Author Jennifer Osterholt

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 teaspoon beef bouillon
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • 16 ounces Kielbasa Sausage
  • 16 ounces sauerkraut drained and rinsed
  • 1 pound bow tie pasta reserve 1 cup cooking water
  • 1 cup pasta water reserved

Instructions

  • Cook 1 pound bow tie pasta according to the directions on the package. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  • In a large pan saute 1 medium onion in 1/2 cup butter until soft.
  • Add 1 teaspoon beef bouillon and stir until dissolved. Then add 1 tablespoon mustard and stir well.
  • Stir in 16 ounces Kielbasa Sausage and 16 ounces sauerkraut. Cook covered for 5 - 10 minutes until sausage is lightly browned on the edges. Stir occasionally.
  • Turn down to low heat and carefully stir in cooked pasta. Add 1/2 up to 1 cup pasta water. Cover and gently heat for 10 minutes to allow pasta to absorb other flavors. Stir again before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 686kcal | Carbohydrates: 63g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 1321mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 488IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 3mg