Sauté Smoked Sausage and Onions
Heat a pot over medium heat with a little cooking oil.
Add the sliced smoked sausage and minced onions. Cook until the sausage is lightly browned and the onions are translucent.
Add Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another minute, stirring continuously.
Combine Ingredients
Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and the can of Rotel (including the liquid). Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Cook Pasta
Add the bow tie pasta to the pot and season with salt and pepper according to your taste. Stir to ensure the pasta is submerged in the liquid.
Simmer
Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the pasta is cooked al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add Cheese
Once the pasta is cooked, add the shredded blend cheese to the pot. Stir well until the cheese is melted and fully incorporated, creating a creamy sauce.
Adjust Seasoning
Taste the pasta and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt and pepper according to your preference.
Serve
Remove the pot from the heat and let it rest for a minute or two. The pasta will thicken slightly upon standing.
Serve the one pot cheesy smoked sausage pasta hot, and enjoy its delicious and comforting flavors!