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Home » Gluten Free Recipes » Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola

Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola

Published: Jun 6, 2016 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Feb 13, 2018 · 588 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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This Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola is a delicious gluten free meal the whole family will enjoy! With broccoli, chicken sausage and the option to skip the cream in favor of quinoa cream, it is a meal you can feel good about serving!
Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola

I’m always skeptical when trying a new gluten free pasta.

When you are gluten free, and the rest of your family isn’t, winning them over can be tough. More than once I’ve had the kids turn their noses up and refuse to eat. How frustrating is it to cook an entire meal that no one else will eat?

Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola

Despite my hesitation, I recently tried Barilla® Gluten Free Pasta.

I’m happy to say that no one seemed to notice that Barilla® Gluten Free Pasta was even gluten free. Talk about a score!

Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola
It makes sense given that it is the #1 Gluten Free Pasta brand according to Nielsen. It is a great blend of corn and rice, and it is GMO-free! (Can I get a YAY to that?!) I am beyond impressed with the taste and texture of this certified gluten free pasta.

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What better to pair Barilla® Gluten Free Pasta than with Aidells® Sausages?

Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola
Our family has long been a fan of Aidells® Sausages. I use them in pasta dishes and pizzas all the time! They are also gluten free and handcrafted in small batches with real, hand-picked ingredients. With no nitrates or added hormones, they are fully cooked in ready in just 8 to 10 minutes. Perfect for the busy mom!

Today I've got a great gluten free pasta dish that the whole family will love! This Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola is packed with flavor and perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola
With Barilla® Gluten Free Pasta and Aidells® Chicken & Apple Sausage, it is so easy to embrace your foodie and stick to a gluten free diet! Even better, I can pick both of them up easily when I head to Target.

Want to embrace your foodie too?

 

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Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola

This Penne with Sausage, Broccoli and Gorgonzola is a delicious gluten free meal the whole family will enjoy! With broccoli, chicken sausage and the option to skip the cream in favor of quinoa cream, it is a meal you can feel good about serving!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time17 mins
Total Time32 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Healthy
Servings: 8
Calories: 478kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 12 ounces Chicken Sausag
  • 1 ¼ cups chopped red onion
  • 6 cloves garlic sliced
  • 1 bunch broccoli trimmed and cut into pieces
  • ¾ cup chicken broth
  • 16 ounces gluten free pasta
  • ¾ cup half and half or quinoa cream
  • 6 ounces Gorgonzola cheese divided
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup walnuts toasted

Instructions

  • In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add sausage and red onion and cook until onions are softened and sausage is browned, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook one more minute. Add broccoli and cook for 7 more minutes, until tender. Add broth to the pan and scrap up bits from bottom of the pan.
  • Cook pasta according to package directions, drain.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, heat half-and-half or quinoa cream to a simmer. Reduce to low and add all but ¼ cup of the Gorgonzola cheese, paprika and cayenne pepper. Stir until smooth. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss sausage, broccoli and pasta with cheese sauce. Top with walnuts and remaining cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 478kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 847mg | Potassium: 366mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 955IU | Vitamin C: 71mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 1.2mg

 

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Barilla® & Aidells®. The opinions and text are all mine.

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About Wendy Polisi

Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 10 & 11 and my late life princess is 3. Firm believers in lifestyle design, our family has been location independent since 2008. Join me to read about our adventures in the kitchen…and out!

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  1. Casey

    September 28, 2017 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    This was so good!

    Reply
  2. Dotty Petrocelli

    September 24, 2019 at 1:22 pm

    Are you sure you use 1-1/2 cups of red onion?

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    • Wendy Polisi

      September 24, 2019 at 2:27 pm

      Yes! But I love bold flavors, so if a lot of onion and garlic aren't your thing feel free to dial it down.

      Reply

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