Best 6 Kielbasa And Apple Pasta Bake Recipes

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Have you ever craved a hearty, flavorful dish that combines the smokiness of kielbasa with the sweetness of apples and the comfort of a creamy pasta bake? Look no further than our ultimate guide to crafting the perfect kielbasa and apple pasta bake. This delectable dish offers an explosion of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more. With a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a hearty casserole perfect for busy weeknights, special gatherings, or simply when you're craving a satisfying meal. So, let's embark on a culinary journey that brings together the savory and the sweet, resulting in a pasta bake that will become a household favorite.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

KIELBASA AND APPLE PASTA BAKE



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This is especially good to make when apples are in season and at the peak of their flavor, and it features a favorite food pairing: sweet-tart apples with cheddar cheese.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     Pork

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

nonstick cooking spray
8 ounces dried rigatoni pasta or 8 ounces penne pasta
2 cups milk (not fat-free)
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup shredded cheese (4 ounces)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon bottled hot pepper sauce
3 medium fuji or jonathan apples, cored and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (you want a fine-grained apple in order to avoid the apples getting too mushy when cooked)
8 ounces cooked kielbasa, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 medium green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 2-quart baking dish or casserole with nonstick cooking spray; set aside.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions in a large saucepan. Drain and return to saucepan; set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan whisk together milk and flour. Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened and bubbly. Cook and stir 1 minute more. Remove from heat. Stir 1/2 cup of cheese, salt and hot pepper sauce into the milk mixture until smooth.
  • In the large saucepan toss together the cooked pasta, apples, kielbasa and cheese sauce. Transfer to prepared baking dish; cover with foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Uncover and carefully stir pasta mixture. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and the green onion. Bake 10-15 minuted more or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly. Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651.1, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 120.4, Sodium 1164.1, Carbohydrate 72.2, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 16.3, Protein 25.4

KIELBASA APPLE KABOBS



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In Hebron, Indiana, Edna Hoffman relies on sausage to make these colorful kabobs different from most. The meaty chunks are skewered with tart apples and colorful peppers, then basted with a mild sweet glaze.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 cup cranberry juice
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 pound smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
2 medium tart apples, cut into wedges
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium green pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in cranberry juice, vinegar and soy sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. , On metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread sausage, apples and peppers. Grill, uncovered, over indirect heat for 8 minutes or until heated through, turning and brushing with glaze occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

KIELBASA WITH BAKED APPLES



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This is one of my recipes from New Years Day 2006. It was easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I should have made more.

Provided by NormCooks

Categories     Meat

Time 50m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 lbs kielbasa
2 (16 ounce) cans apple pie filling
1 dozen maraschino cherry

Steps:

  • Slice your Kielbasa into bite size pieces. I prefer Beef Kielbasa, but other flavors will also work. Be sure it is cold when you slice it so the juices do not run.
  • Lightly coat a 9x14 glass baking dish with unflavored cooking spray.
  • Pour one can of your apple pie filling into your baking dish. Spread it around evenly without crushing the apples.
  • Arrange your Kielbasa pieces in your dish, then pour your remaining can of apple pie filling over them.
  • Cover your baking dish with tinfoil. Insert into your oven and bake at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes.
  • After 20 minutes, turn your Kielbasa slices over, arrange your Maraschino cherries among the apples in your baking dish, re-cover with your tinfoil and continue baking another 20 minutes.
  • Remove from your oven and serve your Kielbasa in your baking dish. Your guests will bombard you with compliments as they gobble up every single piece of juicy Kilebasa. They'll eat all the apples and cherries too.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.8, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 56.1, Sodium 794.8, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 10.7, Protein 10.4

KIELBASA SAUSAGE WITH APPLES AND ONIONS



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Kielbasa, peppers, and onions get a flavorful touch from apples and fresh garlic. Quick and easy! Serve with warm bread.

Provided by Tera

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Sausage

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound kielbasa sausage
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 medium onion, cut into chunks
2 teaspoons minced garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 medium apple, cut into chunks
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Remove skin from the kielbasa and slice into bite-sized pieces.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add kielbasa, bell pepper, onion, and garlic. Fry until veggies have softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir in apple, then cover with Cheddar cheese. Cover the pan and cook until cheese has melted, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 95.9 mg, Fat 42.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 19.7 g, Sodium 1023 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

KIELBASA WITH GOLDEN ONIONS AND APPLE



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Categories     Beef     Fruit     Onion     Pork     Quick & Easy     Apple     Sausage     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes 6 (main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pound smoked kielbasa (preferably beef and pork), cut crosswise into 3-inch lengths
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 large onions, chopped (6 cups)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1 large Granny Smith apple
1 3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (14 fluid ounces)
Accompaniment: mashed potatoes

Steps:

  • Lightly score each piece of sausage in several places with a sharp paring knife. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot but not smoking, then brown half of sausage, turning occasionally, until golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a bowl and cover to keep warm. Pour off fat from skillet and wipe skillet clean. Add remaining tablespoon oil to skillet and brown remaining sausage in same manner, transferring to bowl as cooked.
  • Wipe skillet clean again, then cook onions with salt and pepper in butter over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Meanwhile, peel, core, and finely chop apple. Stir apple and broth into onion mixture and simmer briskly, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until apple is tender, 6 to 7 minutes. Add sausage and simmer, stirring, until heated through, about 1 minute.

THREE-CHEESE KIELBASA BAKE



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My aunt originally made this hearty casserole for family gatherings, and now I enjoy fixing it for my family any night of the week. What a perfect way to sneak in some garden veggies. -Kate Beckman, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 casseroles (10 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2 pounds kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
2 medium carrots, grated
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage in oil over medium heat; drain. Add the onions, zucchini, carrots and garlic; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-6 minutes. , Stir in spaghetti sauce and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Drain macaroni., In a small bowl, combine egg and ricotta cheese. In each of 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, layer a fourth of each of the following: macaroni, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, cheddar and mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with green onions. , Cool 1 casserole; cover and freeze it for up to 2 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 15 minutes longer. , Freeze option: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° until heated through, 35-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 867mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of kielbasa: For this recipe, a smoked kielbasa is recommended. It adds a delicious smoky flavor to the dish.
  • Slice the kielbasa and apples thinly: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the kielbasa and apples, do it in batches if necessary. Overcrowding the pan will prevent them from browning properly.
  • Use a good quality pasta: A high-quality pasta will hold its shape better during cooking and will taste better.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package directions, but be careful not to overcook it. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant to eat.
  • Use a flavorful cheese: A sharp cheddar or Parmesan cheese will add a lot of flavor to the dish.
  • Serve immediately: This dish is best served hot out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Kielbasa and apple pasta bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover kielbasa. The combination of kielbasa, apples, pasta, and cheese is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this kielbasa and apple pasta bake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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