Pasta Jambalaya Recipe

Name: Pasta Jambalaya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 to 10 ounces chunky pasta (such as penne, cavatappi, or gemelli, whole wheat if desired); 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 celery stalks, diced; 1 medium green bell pepper, diced; One 14-ounce package Tofurky Italianor kielbasa-style sausage, sliced 1/2 inch thick; One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice; 1 teaspoon dried basil; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Cayenne; 1/4 cup minced fresh parsley; Salt to taste

Servings: persons

8 to 10 ounces chunky pasta (such as penne, cavatappi, or gemelli, whole wheat if desired)
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
2 celery stalks, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
One 14-ounce package Tofurky Italianor kielbasa-style sausage, sliced 1/2 inch thick
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Cayenne
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Salt to taste

1
Cook the pasta in plenty of rapidly simmering water until al dente, then drain.
2
Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large skillet or stir-fry pan.
3
Add the onion and saute over medium heat until translucent.
4
Add the garlic, celery, bell pepper, and sausage; continue to saute until all the vegetables are lightly browned.
5
Add the tomatoes, basil, paprika, thyme, and cayenne to taste.
6
Bring to a simmer, then cover and simmer gently for 10 minutes.
7
Stir in the pasta and parsley.
8
Season with salt, then taste to adjust the other seasonings to your liking.
9
Serve at once.
10
Creole Coleslaw (page 178) is a fitting companion, though any mixed green salad is welcome as well.
11
See the ideas under Recipe Not Required (page 192).
12
If time allows, add more green to the plate with steamed broccoli or green beans.
13
Calories: 396
14
Total Fat: 14g
15
Protein: 26g
16
Carbohydrates: 51g
17
Fiber: 12g
18
Sodium: 635mg

954

kcal

Calories

Fat

179

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 to 10 ounces chunky pasta (such as penne, cavatappi, or gemelli, whole wheat if desired), 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Pasta Jambalaya falls under the Pasta & Noodles 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.

Pasta Jambalaya

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