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Baked Penne with Italian Sausage

A hearty and delicious baked pasta dish with flavorful Italian sausage and gooey cheese.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 600 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Italian sausage casings removed
  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Add the Italian sausage to the skillet and cook until browned. Break it into small pieces as it cooks.
  6. Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. In a large bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta and the sausage mixture. Mix well.
  8. Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
  9. Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with the remaining cheese.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Baked Penne, Italian Sausage, Pasta
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