Oven-Baked Shrimp & Kielbasa Pasta Delight

Ingredients

Main Components
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or farfalle recommended)
- 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1/2 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 4 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 1 cup heavy cream-based salad dressing

Seasoning & Toppings
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- 1/3 cup dried cranberries
- Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook the Pasta:
Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta until just al dente, approximately PT8M (8 minutes). Drain and set aside.

3. Prepare the Sauce Base:
In a large oven-safe skillet or baking dish, pour the white wine and chicken stock. Sauté the minced garlic and sliced red onion over medium heat for PT5M (5 minutes) or until fragrant and translucent.

4. Add Vegetables & Sausage:
Stir in the mushrooms, broccoli, and kielbasa. Sauté for another PT5M (5 minutes) until the mushrooms are tender and the kielbasa is slightly browned.

5. Combine with Shrimp & Pasta:
Add the shrimp and spinach to the skillet, followed by the cooked pasta. Pour the salad dressing over the mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.

6. Bake the Dish:
Sprinkle Parmesan cheese generously over the top. Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for PT20M (20 minutes).

7. Finish with Toppings:
Remove the foil and bake for an additional PT5M (5 minutes) or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.

8. Garnish and Serve:
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with toasted pecans and dried cranberries. Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Total Time

PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

Lunch

Keywords

Shrimp pasta, Kielbasa, Oven-baked, Broccoli, Parmesan, Creamy pasta, Lunch dish, One-pot meal, Gourmet recipe, Cheese pasta

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

2,200 calories

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