Cheddar Apple Sausage Mac Recipe

Name: Cheddar Apple Sausage Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb rigatoni pasta; 12 ounces apple chicken sausage, sliced; 3 tablespoons butter, divided; 2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced; 12 small sweet onion, sliced; ⅛ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons flour; 1 ½ cups milk; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; ½ cup panko breadcrumbs

Servings: persons

1 lb rigatoni pasta
12 ounces apple chicken sausage, sliced
3 tablespoons butter, divided
2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced
12 small sweet onion, sliced
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons flour
1 ½ cups milk
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
½ cup panko breadcrumbs

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Coat a broiler safe 9x13 baking dish with non stick spray.
3
Cook rigatoni.
4
Cook apple chicken sausages; set aside.
5
Add 1 tablespoon butter to skillet and saute apples and onion for 5 minutes.
6
Remove from heat; add cooked sausage, salt and pepper.
7
Add to drained pasta in pot.
8
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a medium sauce pot.
9
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
10
Pour in milk and Dijon mustard and bring to a simmer.
11
Cook 3 minutes, whisking occasionally.
12
Remove from heat.
13
Whisk in shredded cheddar cheese.
14
Add to pasta pot.
15
Pour mixture into a 9x13 baking dish.
16
Top with Panko bread crumbs.
17
Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25 minutes.
18
Turn oven up to broil; broil for 3 minutes to brown the breadcrumbs.

1205

kcal

Calories

Fat

127

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb rigatoni pasta, 12 ounces apple chicken sausage, sliced, 3 tablespoons butter, divided, 2 granny smith apples, peeled, cored and sliced, and more.

Yes, Cheddar Apple Sausage Mac falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheddar Apple Sausage Mac

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