Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italian sausage penne casserole, a comforting dish that combines hearty pasta, savory Italian sausage, and gooey mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, delivering satisfaction with every bite. Loaded with protein and carbs, it offers a fulfilling meal that’s simple to prepare and even easier to clean up. Pair it with a fresh salad or garlic bread for a complete dining experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz penne pasta
- 2 lb hot Italian sausage (or sweet/mild)
- 24 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 oz can diced tomatoes
- 1½ tsp basil
- 1½ tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare a 3-quart casserole dish.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet until browned; drain excess grease.
- Sauté onions and garlic in reserved grease until translucent.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper; simmer for 20-30 minutes.
- Cook penne pasta until al dente; combine with sausage mixture and half of the mozzarella.
- Layer into the casserole dish: half of the mixture, some cheese, remaining mixture, and top with cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover for an additional few minutes if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg