Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Italian Sausage Penne Casserole, a dish that’s as satisfying to make as it is to eat. This hearty casserole combines zesty Italian sausage, tender penne pasta, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all baked together for a perfect blend of textures and tastes. With just 20 minutes of prep time, it’s an ideal weeknight meal for busy families or gatherings with friends. The best part? Everything is cooked in one pot, making cleanup a breeze! Serve it with a fresh side salad or garlic bread for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz penne pasta
- 2 lb hot Italian sausage
- 24 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can diced tomatoes
- Fresh basil
- Fresh oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 3-quart casserole dish with non-stick spray.
- In a large skillet, cook crumbled sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add reserved grease back to the skillet; sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and herbs; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Cook penne according to package instructions; drain.
- Mix sausage mixture and half of the mozzarella into the pasta pot.
- Layer half of the mixture in the casserole dish with some cheese; top with remaining mixture and cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg