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Baked Penne with Italian Sausage

A hearty and delicious baked pasta dish with Italian sausage, perfect for a family dinner.
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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
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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 large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the marinara sauce, dried oregano, and dried basil. Let it simmer for a few minutes.
  6. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta, sausage mixture, ricotta cheese, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix well.
  7. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutritional Value

Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 1200mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg

Keywords

Baked Penne, Italian Sausage, Pasta
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