Best 5 Baked Sausage And Penne Recipes
Indulge in a culinary delight with our baked sausage and penne, a delectable dish that combines savory sausage, tender penne pasta, and a creamy sauce in a comforting casserole. This one-pan meal is not only easy to make but also a perfect crowd-pleaser for family dinners or casual gatherings. The succulent sausage and flavorful sauce coat each piece of penne, creating a symphony of flavors in your mouth. The gooey cheese topping adds an irresistible golden-brown crust that elevates this dish to a new level of deliciousness. Along with the classic baked sausage and penne, we offer variations to suit your preferences, including a spicy version with zesty peppers, a vegetarian option with hearty vegetables, and a creamy spinach and sausage skillet for a quick and satisfying meal. Each recipe is carefully curated to deliver a unique and satisfying culinary experience.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED PENNE AND SMOKED SAUSAGE
Hillshire Farm® Smoked Sausage is baked in a creamy sauce with pasta, French-fried onions, cheese, and peas in this easy one-dish meal.
Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Hillshire Farm®
Time 58m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut sausage into 1/4-inch slices.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for 3 minutes. Add sausage; cook and stir for 3 to 4 minutes or until lightly browned.
- Combine soup and milk in a 13x9-inch baking dish. Stir in uncooked pasta, sausage, 1/2 cup French-fried onions, 1/2 cup cheese and peas. Cover baking dish tightly with foil.
- Bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and top with remaining 1 cup French-fried onions and 1/2 cup cheese. Bake for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 939.6 calories, Carbohydrate 67.1 g, Cholesterol 75.2 mg, Fat 61.8 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24.6 g, SaturatedFat 22.3 g, Sodium 1644.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g
BAKED SAUSAGE AND PENNE
Add something cheesy to your family's dinner! Bake this delicious casserole made with pork sausage and pasta.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In Dutch oven or 3-quart saucepan, cook pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time; drain and return to Dutch oven.
- Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Add sausage, marinara sauce and basil to cooked pasta in Dutch oven; stir well. Spoon into baking dish.
- In small bowl, mix ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese and egg. Spoon over pasta mixture. Sprinkle with cheese blend.
- Cover; bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 580, Carbohydrate 50 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1260 mg
BAKED PENNE WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH (OVEN OR CROCK-POT)
This baked pasta recipe is great for a potluck, or to take to someone who is in need of a home-cooked "comfort" meal. It's very flavorful, simple to prepare, and inexpensive to make. You can bake it in the oven or make it in the crockpot (instructions included). I particularly like the blend of fresh and zesty ingredients (spinach, fresh mozarella, pesto and hot sausage). For a fantastic meal, serve it with my Recipe #291227, #291227.
Provided by CookinDiva
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375. Grease a deep lasagna pan (or two 9x9 pans). Crockpot instructions are at the bottom.
- SAUCE: In a large deep saucepan, heat oil. Add onion and saute slowly until onion is soft, about 5 minutes. Add sausage to pan; continue to saute and break up sausage into bite size pieces. When sausage is just about done, add garlic for a minute or two. Finally, pour red wine into pan and bring wine to a boil to evaporate alcohol and eliminate most of the liquid.
- Add tomatoes to other ingredients. Pour about 1/2 cup water into the tomato can to clean out the can - add this water to the pot. Add pesto. While this simmers about 10 minutes, cook the pasta.
- PASTA: Bring plenty of salted water to boil for pasta (lots of water will prevent sticky pasta). Cook according to package directions; drain.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss hot cooked pasta, chopped fresh spinach and tomato/sausage sauce. DO NOT ADD CHEESE YET. Continue combining hot ingredients until spinach wilts slightly, THEN add cubed mozzarella and 1/2 CUP of the Parmesan cheese. Toss quickly and pour into your prepared baking dish (if you work with the cheese too long, it will become a stringy mess!).
- Sprinkle final 1/2 CUP Parmesan on top.
- Bake 375 for 30 minutes, uncovered, until hot and bubbly.
- CROCKPOT VERSION FOR A CROWD: Double recipe. Make sure pasta is a bit undercooked (slightly firm). Pour into crockpot; add 1 cup hot water around the edges. Cook on HIGH 3 hours.
BAKED PENNE W/ SAUSAGE, SPINACH AND FONTINA
Steps:
- PREHEAT OVEN TO 375 GREASE A 2 1/2 OR 3 QUART CASSEROLE HEAT OIL IN HEAVY SKILLET ON MEDIUM HEAT AND ADD SAUSAGE. WHEN SAUSAGE IS DONE COOKING DRAIN AND TRANSFER TO BOWL. ADD ONION AND LET COOK FOR ABOUT 5 MIN. ADD ZUCCHINI, SALT AND PEPPER AND SAUTEE ABOUT 8 MIN. RETURN SAUSAGE TO PAN. ADD CREAM AND OREGANO. BRING TO BOIL AND ADD 1/2 OF FONTINA. STIR UNTIL MELTED. ADD SAUCE TO COOKED PASTA. TRANSFER TO CASSEROLE AND TOP WITH REAMING CHEESE. ADD PARMESIAN CHEESE. BAKE IN OVEN UNTIL HEATED THROUGH ABOUT 15 MINUTES.
BAKED PENNE WITH SAUSAGE, ZUCCHINI, AND FONTINA RECIPE - (4.1/5)
Provided by mytastytreasures
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375. Grease a 2 1/2 to 3 quart deep casserole. Cut each zucchini half in thirds lengthwise, then crosswise into 1 1/2 inch long pieces. Heat oil in large heavy skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook until no longer pink, breaking up with a fork. Transfer to bowl using slotted spoon. Add onion and red pepper to skillet and cook until beginning to soften, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini. Season with salt and pepper and saute until almost tender about 8 minutes. Return sausage to skillet. Add cream and oregano and bring to a boil. Add half of fontina cheese and stie until just melted. Meanwhile, cook penne in a large pot of boiling salted water, stir occasionally, until just tender but still firm to the bite. Drain well; return to pot. Add your sauce mixture and stir to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning to your taste. Transfer to prepared caserole. Top with remaining cheese. (Can be prepared through here up to one day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temp before continuing.) Bake until heated thrugh, about 15 minutes. Serve hot. Can be doubled.
Tips:
- Use high-quality Italian sausage for the best flavor. Look for sausage that is made with fresh, ground pork and seasoned with fennel and garlic.
- If you don't have penne pasta, you can use any other short pasta shape, such as rotini, macaroni, or shells.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little bit of heat.
- If you don't have fresh parsley, you can use dried parsley instead. Use about 1 teaspoon of dried parsley for every tablespoon of fresh parsley.
- Serve the baked sausage and penne with a side salad and some crusty bread.
Conclusion:
Baked sausage and penne is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great recipe for using up leftover sausage. The pasta is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with sausage, tomatoes, and spices. The dish is then baked until the pasta is tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly. This recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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