This is one of our favorite family recipes. You can also substitute broccoli (or another favorite vegetable) for the beets.
Sausage and Beet Balsamic Pasta
Ingredients:
- 1 Box Tricolor Rotini
- 2-3 large beets
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 lb. Polish Kielbasa, cut into rounds
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 2 cups chicken stock/bouillon
- 2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
To prepare:
1) Cook pasta per directions
2) Peel, cube and cook beets until tender
3) Heat olive oil in large skillet and brown sausage until heated through
4) Remove sausage from pan and mix flour into remaining oil until smooth to create a roux
5) Slowly add chicken stock, stirring constantly to keep sauce smooth
6) Continue cooking sauce until thickened.
7) Remove from heat and add balsamic (more or less to taste)
8) Combine pasta, beets, sausage and sauce
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