Best 20 Italian Sausage Penne Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to Italy with our delectable Italian Sausage Penne, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and comforting dish combines succulent Italian sausage, tender penne pasta, a rich and flavorful tomato sauce, and a medley of aromatic herbs and spices. Indulge in the classic Italian Sausage Penne, a timeless recipe that showcases the essence of Italian cuisine. For a healthier twist, try our Lightened-Up Italian Sausage Penne, which features a lighter tomato sauce made with fresh vegetables and herbs, resulting in a guilt-free indulgence. If you're short on time, our Quick and Easy Italian Sausage Penne is your savior, offering a simplified version of this classic dish without compromising on taste. And for a vegetarian delight, our Vegetarian Italian Sausage Penne swaps out the meat for savory roasted vegetables, creating a flavorful and satisfying meatless alternative.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BAKED PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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This is a hearty, filling meal that's full of flavor!

Provided by SADIEQQ

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (12 ounce) package dry penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 pound mild Italian sausage
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup white wine
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large, deep skillet. Place sausage and onion in the skillet and cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain excess fat. Pour in wine, and cook for 1 minute, stirring, to deglaze the pan. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and tomato paste. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Toss with cooked pasta, and place in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle top with mozzarella.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 664.1 calories, Carbohydrate 59.2 g, Cholesterol 81.6 mg, Fat 33.5 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1714.1 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

SWEET ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH PENNE PASTA



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We are Italian and if you go through my recipes you'll find alot of wonderful, quick and easy pasta dishes. We love our pasta and we love garlic, too! Serve this with garlic Texas toast. I can't eat pasta much anymore because I'm diabetic but my husband and daughter love it so I keep making it for them. I usually eat salmon (I have one or two good ones for salmon, too- check them out).

Provided by Realtor by day

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb penne pasta
1 lb broccoli floret (I use frozen)
8 ounces Italian sausage, cut in bite-size chunks (sweet & mild)
2 tablespoons garlic, minced (you can use less if you want)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup grated pecorino romano cheese

Steps:

  • Boil the water and cook the penne according to package directions. DO NOT ever add oil to the water! It will make your sauce slide off the pasta later.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil (medium-high heat) in a large skillet and saute the broccoli, sausage and garlic until tender and starting to brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Toss the butter, hot pasta, sausage mixture and romano cheese together and serve. Pass the grated cheese at the table.

PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS



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Add something tangy to your family's Italian dinner! Serve sausage and pepper cooked in tomato over your pasta - a wonderful meal.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (16-oz.) pkg. uncooked penne (tube-shaped pasta)
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
6 hot or spicy Italian sausage links (about 1 1/2 lb.)
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups diced Italian plum tomatoes
1 (15-oz.) can Italian-style tomato sauce
1 oz. (1/4 cup) shredded fresh Asiago cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne in large saucepan to desired doneness as directed on package. Drain; return to saucepan. Add basil; toss to coat. Cover to keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add sausage links, bell peppers and onion; cook 6 to 8 minutes or until sausage links are browned, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes and tomato sauce; mix well. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 13 to 15 minutes or until sausage links are thoroughly cooked and sauce is of desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Serve sauce over penne. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 72 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1670 mg, Sugar 10 g

ITALIAN SAUSAGE MARINARA WITH PENNE



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Fill your house with the warm, wonderful aroma of this rich, bold-flavored sauce. It's my first original recipe and a family favorite from the start. We love its zesty blend of veggies and Italian turkey links. -Teresa Kriese, Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package (19-1/2 ounces) Italian turkey sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
3 small zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (28 ounces) Italian crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4-1/2 teaspoons Louisiana-style hot sauce
3 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute sausage until no longer pink; drain. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute the zucchini, pepper and mushrooms in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan., Add the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, cheese, hot sauce, Italian seasoning, sugar and salt. Stir in sausage. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour or until slightly thickened., Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 441 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 991mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE PENNE



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Italian night just got more delicious with the flavorful taste of Johnsonville Italian Sausage

Provided by From the Kitchen at Johnsonville Sausage

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
1 (19 ounce) package Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Links, coin-sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium green bell pepper, julienned
1 medium red bell pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (28 ounce) jar marinara sauce, heated

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • In skillet, brown sausage in oil for 3-4 minutes. Add peppers, onion and garlic. Continue to cook until vegetables are tender.
  • Divide prepared pasta in bowls, top with marinara sauce and sausage vegetable mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 725.6 calories, Carbohydrate 77.4 g, Cholesterol 71.3 mg, Fat 34 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1386.8 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

JOHNSONVILLE ITALIAN SAUSAGE PENNE



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Italian night just got more delicious with the flavorful taste of Johnsonville Italian Sausage. -Brought to you by The Kitchen at Johnsonville® Sausage.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 oz.) Penne Pasta
1 package Johnsonville® Mild Italian Sausage Links, coin-sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar marinara sauce, heated

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions., In skillet, brown sausage in oil for 3-4 minutes., Add peppers, onion and garlic., Continue to cook until vegetables are tender., Divide prepared pasta in bowls, top with marinara sauce and sausage vegetable mixture.

Nutrition Facts :

PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE, MUSHROOMS, AND PUMPKIN SAUCE



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This dish was extremely tasty. I wanted a dish that could be made ahead of time and heated in the oven, but also remained saucy. Good company dish!

Provided by hobinrall

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

cooking spray
2 ounces dried porcini mushrooms
1 pound sweet Italian sausage links
3 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups pumpkin puree
1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
½ cup heavy whipping cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pound penne pasta
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Place porcini mushrooms in a bowl and add enough water to cover; soak until mushrooms have rehydrated. Drain water from mushrooms and reserve water. Chop mushrooms.
  • Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly and slice on the diagonal.
  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add sage and nutmeg and stir. Transfer onion mixture to a bowl; add chopped mushrooms and sausage. Mix in reserved soaking water, pumpkin, Gruyere cheese, cream, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain and mix pasta into pumpkin sauce. Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and top with Parmesan cheese. Cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbling, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.2 g, Cholesterol 73.4 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 5.2 g, Protein 24.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.7 g, Sodium 803.9 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

ITALIAN TOMATO SAUSAGE RAGU WITH PENNE



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I use Chianti wine for this recipe but any good dry red wine will do, this can be made using a mixture of ground beef and pork but Italian sausage meat is so much better --- if possible prepare this a day ahead and refrigerate to allow flavors to blend just rewarm on top of the stove

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Penne

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup olive oil
12 ounces Italian sausages, casings removed (can use more)
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (you can use more if you like spicy)
1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional or adjust to suit heat level)
2 -3 carrots, peeled and cut into about 1/2-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 celery, finely chopped
3 cups whole canned tomatoes, finely chopped (I use one 28-ounce can of whole tomatoes, drained then chop the tomatoes)
1 cup chicken broth (more if needed)
1/3 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
12 ounces penne pasta
1 1/2 cups grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add in the sausage meat, garlic, oregano and pepper flakes; sauté until brown, breaking up the meat with a fork (about 7 minutes).
  • Add in finely chopped carrots, onion and celery; sauté for about 10 minutes.
  • Mix in chopped tomatoes; reduce heat, cover and simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add in 1 cup broth and wine; simmer uncovered until liquid is slightly reduced (about 20 minutes).
  • Add in the fresh basil; cover and simmer until the veggies are very tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Continue to simmer for about 45-50 minutes, adding in more broth by about 1/4 cup if the liquid evaporates to quickly, and cook until the Ragu thickens to desired consistency.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until just firm-tender; drain but reserve about 1/2 cup cooking water.
  • Return the pasta to the pot; add in the Ragu; mix to combine.
  • Add in about 1/2 - 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 2-3 tablespoons olive oil; mix to combine.
  • If the mixture seems too dry then add in some of the reserved cooking water from the pasta.
  • Season with more salt and pepper.
  • Divide on plates and top with more cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650, Fat 33.6, SaturatedFat 11.4, Cholesterol 54.6, Sodium 1391.4, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 6, Protein 27.4

ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH TOMATOES AND PENNE



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Sizzling sausage, very veggies and penne pasta, mama mia! It's Italian.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked penne pasta (9 ounces)
1 pound uncooked Italian sausage links
1/2 cup Progresso™ beef flavored broth (from 32-ounce carton)
1 medium yellow summer squash, cut lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into 1/4-inch slices
2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes, cut lengthwise in half
1/4 cup chopped fresh or 1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
6 green onions, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1/2 cup)
2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, cut sausage crosswise into 1/4-inch slices. Spray 12-inch nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add sausage; stir-fry 4 to 6 minutes or until brown. Stir in broth. Cover and cook over medium heat 5 minutes.
  • Stir in squash, tomatoes and 2 tablespoons of the basil. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in onions. Simmer uncovered 1 minute.
  • Toss pasta, oil and remaining 2 tablespoons basil. Divide pasta among bowls. Top with sausage mixture.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 665, Carbohydrate 74 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 860 mg

ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH PEPPERS & PENNE



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Make and share this Italian Sausage With Peppers & Penne recipe from Food.com.

Provided by eza91804

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 bermuda onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced
1 fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 cup canned diced tomato
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 lb cooked Italian pork sausage (hot, sweet, or a combination)
2 cups penne pasta
1/4 cup chopped basil
2 tablespoons chopped flat leaf parsley

Steps:

  • In a large non-stick skillet, heat the oil.
  • Sauté the onion, bell peppers, and fennel until the vegetables turn golden, 8-10 minutes.
  • Add the garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes longer.
  • Stir in the tomato, salt, and pepper.
  • Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the sausage; simmer covered, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are blended, about 20 minutes.
  • If the sauce becomes too dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of water.
  • Meanwhile, cook the penne according to directions; drain.
  • Add the basil, parsley, and penne to the sausage mixture; toss to combine.

PENNE PASTA WITH HOT ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Make and share this Penne Pasta With Hot Italian Sausage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ladywisconsin

Categories     Penne

Time 1h5m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb penne pasta, cooked as directed
3/4 lb ground beef
1 lb hot Italian sausage
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 large red pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 (28 ounce) jars pasta sauce
2 teaspoons basil
2 teaspoons oregano
3 -4 cups mozzarella cheese
1 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
4 -5 tablespoons ricotta cheese

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in large skillet, drain.
  • Cut hot italian sausages into 4-5 pieces, brown in skillet, remove.
  • Add enough butter to the pan to saute green peppers, red peppers and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Saute 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic to pepers and onions.
  • When garlic is fragrent, add ground beef, hot italian sausages, basil, oregano and pasta sauce.
  • Combine.
  • Fold in penne pasta and ricotta cheese, transfer to two greased 8x8 baking dishes.
  • Top with Mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake at 400F until cheese is melted and browned.
  • Serve with garlic bread, enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1354.5, Fat 66.9, SaturatedFat 27.3, Cholesterol 174.7, Sodium 3410.6, Carbohydrate 120.9, Fiber 13, Sugar 33, Protein 67.8

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND PENNE PASTA SOUP



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This is a very flavorful soup.The Italian Sausage gives it a very distinctive flavor, along with all the delicious vegetables. Easy to make!

Provided by out of here

Categories     Penne

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb mild Italian sausage
1/2 cup yoshida's teriyaki sauce
2 (14 1/2 ounce) stewed tomatoes
2 cups water
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup frozen peas
6 carrots, peeled and sliced
1/2 cup baby lima beans
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2/3 cup penne pasta
1 large sweet onion, chopped
1/3 poblano pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chicken bouillon

Steps:

  • In a heavy soup pot, brown the sausage.
  • Now add the onion, carrots, Yoshida's, chicken bouillon, pablano pepper, salt and pepper.
  • Brown all this very well,about 20 minutes.
  • Add the stewed tomatoes that you chop in a blender, water, all the vegetables,a nd the penne pasta.
  • Cook all together until the pasta is cooked.
  • I usually just let it simmer.
  • Add more water if needed.
  • You can add whatever vegetables you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460.2, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 2658.6, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 15.5, Protein 22.2

PENNE WITH DRIED PORCINI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, pastas, main course

Time 30m

Yield 8 first-course servings, 4 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 ounces dried porcini mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound Italian sweet sausage sliced into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 cups chicken stock
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, oregano or thyme leaves
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 pound penne
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Soak the mushrooms in one-and-a-half cups hot water for 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile saute the onion and the garlic in the olive oil until soft. Add the sausage and brown lightly. Drain off any fat.
  • Drain the mushroom through a coffee filter or cheesecloth, reserving the soaking liquid. Quickly rinse the mushrooms under the running water.
  • Add the mushrooms with their soaking liquid to the onion, along with the tomato paste, chicken stock and herbs. Season lightly with salt and pepper and simmer gently for half an hour. If the sauce gets too thick add more stock. If it is too thin, turn up the heat.
  • Meanwhile, bring six quarts water to boil for the penne. Cook the penne, drain and place in a heated bowl. Pour the sauce on top, toss thoroughly and serve immediately. Pass the cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 450, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 526 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ACORN SQUASH STUFFED WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE & PENNE



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Make and share this Acorn Squash Stuffed With Italian Sausage & Penne recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Penne

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium acorn squash, halved and cleaned
1/2 lb Italian sausage, casings removed
1/2 cup onion, sliced
2 cups pasta sauce
1/2 lb penne, cooked
1/4 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Season the squash with olive oil, salt and pepper. Place on a baking sheet, flesh side up and add 1/2 cup water to the pan. Cover with alluminum foil and bake until tender, about 1 hour. Remove from the oven and cool completely.
  • In a large saute pan, over medium heat, brown the sausage and onions, about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, toss the sausage and onions with the pasta sauce, pasta, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
  • Spoon the pasta mixture into the cavity of each squash. Place the filled squashes on a baking sheet and place in the oven.
  • Bake until the squash is heated through and the cheese melts, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 689, Fat 26.7, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 57.4, Sodium 1398.9, Carbohydrate 90, Fiber 13.2, Sugar 13, Protein 25.6

PENNE & ITALIAN SAUSAGE BAKE



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This is my adaptation of a recipe in a Liquor Control Board of Ontario magazine. I usually serve it with Caesar salad & garlic bread and its always been given "2 thumbs up" by my friends & family. You can increase the heat by using hot sausages & adding more cumin - or cayenne or red pepper flakes - according to your own taste! Please note that the starch in the pasta cooking liquid will thicken the sauce when the casserole is baking!

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb Italian sausage (hot or sweet)
1/8 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon fennel seed
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 red pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 green pepper, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped
1 (700 ml) jar tomato sauce
1/2 cup dry red wine
1/4 cup chopped basil
3 cups penne
1/2 cup of pasta cooking water
3/4 lb mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Prick sausages in several places.
  • Heat oil in a large, deep frying pan set over medium high heat.
  • Add sausages& cook until evenly browned- about 8 minutes.
  • Remove from pan& cut into 1/2 inch pieces.
  • Add onions to fat remaining in pan& saute for about 5 minutes.
  • Return sausages to pan.
  • Add fennel, garlic, cumin, peppers& celery; cook for about 5 minutes, stirring often.
  • Drain excess fat from pan.
  • Stir tomato sauce, basil& wine into sausage mixture.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat& simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook penne, according to package directions until el dente (about 10 minutes).
  • Drain- reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking water.
  • Combine sausage mixture, pasta & reserved cooking liquid in a 5 litre casserole dish.
  • Mix well.
  • Combine Mozarella& Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  • Stir into the pasta mixture.
  • Bake in preheated 375F oven for 30 minutes.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE WITH TOMATOES AND PENNE



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Make and share this Italian Sausage with Tomatoes and Penne recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 42m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 lb Italian sausage, cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices
1/2 cup beef broth
1 medium yellow squash, cut lengthwise in half,then cut crosswise into 1/4 inch slices
2 cups grape tomatoes or 2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut lengthwise in half
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (or 1 T. dried basil)
6 green onions, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Over medium heat, cook sausage for 4-6 minutes or until browned.
  • Add in broth and stir; cover and cook 5 minutes.
  • Add in squash, tomatoes, and 2 tablespoons of the basil.
  • Bring to a boil, lower heat, cover and simmer 5 minutes, stir occasionally.
  • Add in onions; simmer uncovered for 1 minute.
  • Check seasoning to taste, add salt/pepper if desired.
  • In a big mixing bowl, add cooked penne, oil, and remaining basil; toss to coat.
  • Spoon pasta into individual serving plates or bowls; top with sausage mixture.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND CREAM SAUCE



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Categories     Pasta

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp. butter
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 med. onion
2-4 gloves of garlic
1 pkg italian sausage casings removed. (Johnsonville spicy)
2/3 cup white wine
1 can tomatoes
1 cup whipping cream
parsley
freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 Lb. penne pasta

Steps:

  • Saute onions and garlic 4-5 minutes, add sausage, brown and break up with fork; drain. Add wine cook for a couple minutes, add tomatoes cook for a coiple more minutes. Add cream and cook 4-5 minutes. At this point you can keep it warm or just reheat once pasta is ready. Cook the pasta then pour the sauce on top and add parsley and parmesan to taste.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND PENNE PASTA



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Another Facebook recipe that sounded so good that I made it that night. Quick, easy and had me thinking about it again a few days later. Such a good mix of flavors. I did tweek it a bit to my liking and it is a perfect, uncomplicated dish to make. Enjoy!

Provided by Victoria Ross

Categories     Pasta

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 16 oz box of penne pasta white or tricolor
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb sweet italian sausage links, casings removed and crumbled
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 c diced red onion
4 clove garlic, minced
1 c sliced mushrooms
1 Tbsp butter
1 28 oz can of diced tomatoes, drained
1 1/2 c heavy whipping cream or you can use half and half( i used heavy cream)
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp italian seasoning
1/2 c shredded parmesan cheese
shredded parmesan for topping
parsley, fresh or dried for sprinkling

Steps:

  • 1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add crumbled sausage and crushed red pepper. Cook until sausage is no longer pink, stirring frequently about 8 minutes. While your sausage is cooking, start your water for your pasta to cook in. Melt butter in a small skillet over medium heat and cook mushrooms until they begin to brown.
  • 2. Add onion and garlic to sausage in skillet. Cook until onion is tender and sausage is light brown, stirring occasionally. When your pasta water comes to a boil, cook penne to desired doneness. When pasta is done drain well and return to cooking pot.
  • 3. Add tomatoes, cream, salt, pepper, Italian Seasoning, and browned mushrooms to sausage in skillet. Stir to mix and then add the 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese and stir. Simmer until mixture slightly thickens, about 5 minutes.
  • 4. When sausage mixture has thickened and looking yummy add it to drained pasta in the large pot. Give it a good stir to get a good mixture of ingredients. Plate your serving and sprinkle with desired amount of parsley and shredded parmesan. Enjoy, I know I do!

EMERIL'S PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



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This recipe is from Emeril Lagasse. I've been meaning o try it but haven't gotten around to it yet. When I do I will post an update........it sounds delicious!

Provided by linguinelisa

Categories     Penne

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb penne pasta
1 lb sweet Italian sausage
2 cups thinly sliced yellow onions
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne pasta according to package directions.
  • While waiting for pasta to cook, cook crumbled Italian sausage in large skillet, about 7 to 8 minutes. (If sausage is in casings, remove and cook.) After sausage is browned add onions and saute, about 8 to 10 minutes, until golden. Add garlic, salt and pepper and saute for 30 seconds.
  • Drain the cooked pasta and combine with sausage mixture. Add extra-virgin olive oil and fresh basil and toss gently to combine.
  • Serve garnished with Parmesan cheese.

BAKED PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



BAKED PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE image

Categories     Pasta

Yield 2 casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, finely chopped
2 pkg mild Italian sausages, casings removed, 5 sausages/pkg
1 pkg hot Italian sausages, casings removed, 5 sausages/pkg
1 pounds button mushrooms, sliced
4 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 can tomato sauce, 8 oz.
3 cups beef broth
salt and pepper
2 cups half and half
1.5 pounds rigatoni or penne
3 cups Parmesan cheese
Additional grated Parmesan cheese
Fresh rosemary sprigs (for garnish)

Steps:

  • Heat oil and butter in a large pot. Add onions and saute until tender, about 10 min. Add sausage. Increase heat to high and cook until no longer pink, breaking into small pieces. Cook about 12 minutes. Drain any grease. Add sliced mushrooms and rosemary, stirring until mushrooms begin to soften, about 8 min. Add bay leaves. Boil until almost all liquid evaporates, stirring frequently, about 6 min. Add tomato sauce and broth. Boil, stirring occasionally, about 20 min. Salt and pepper to taste. Add half-and-half; boil until thickened slightly, about 8 min. Cook pasta. Drain. Mix pasta with sausage mixture. Toss well to coat pasta and mix evenly. Add parmesan cheese. Mix well. Oil bottom of two 9x13 pans. Divide pasta/sausage between them. Sprinkle tops with parmesan. Cover with foil and bake at 375 for 25 min.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality Italian sausage for the best flavor. Look for sausage that is made with fresh, locally sourced pork and seasoned with traditional Italian herbs and spices.
  • Brown the sausage thoroughly before adding it to the pasta. This will help develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming greasy.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your pasta dish. This will add color, texture, and nutrients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of pasta. Penne is a classic choice, but you could also use spaghetti, macaroni, or any other type of pasta that you like.
  • Add a generous amount of grated Parmesan cheese to your pasta dish. This will add a rich, nutty flavor.

Conclusion:

Italian sausage penne is a quick and easy pasta dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is flavorful, hearty, and satisfying. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious pasta dish that the whole family will love. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Italian sausage penne a try. You won't be disappointed!

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