Best 8 Penne And Smoked Sausage Casserole Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

Calling all pasta lovers! Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our delectable penne and smoked sausage casserole, a dish that seamlessly blends hearty flavors and textures. This culinary masterpiece features succulent smoked sausage, tender penne pasta, a creamy and flavorful sauce, and a crispy cheese topping. Every bite is a symphony of smoky, cheesy, and savory goodness.

In addition to the main recipe, we offer a diverse selection of penne and smoked sausage casserole variations to cater to every palate. Craving a spicy kick? Our Cajun-inspired casserole infuses the dish with a vibrant blend of spices, while the bacon and spinach variation adds a touch of smokiness and leafy goodness. For those who prefer a creamy and cheesy indulgence, the white cheddar and spinach casserole is a dream come true.

But wait, there's more! Our collection also includes a vegetarian-friendly version, where smoked sausage is replaced with a medley of roasted vegetables. This hearty and flavorful casserole is a testament to the versatility of this classic dish.

Whether you're a fan of classic comfort food or seeking a new flavor adventure, our penne and smoked sausage casserole recipes are sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

PENNE & SAUSAGE CASSEROLES



Penne & Sausage Casseroles image

Cheese, sausage and mushrooms make this casserole a consistent hit. It comes together quickly and feeds a crowd, too. -John Venturino, Concord, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds uncooked penne pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1-1/2 cups dry red wine or beef broth, divided
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup beef broth
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 cups shredded fontina cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside., In the same Dutch oven, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic and oregano; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in 1 cup wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, sausage and remaining wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes., Drain pasta. Spread 1/2 cup sauce in each of two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Divide half of the pasta between the dishes; layer each with 2-1/2 cups sauce and 1 cup each of the cheeses. Repeat layers., Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 756mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

PENNE AND SMOKED SAUSAGE CASSEROLE



Penne and Smoked Sausage Casserole image

This must-try casserole tastes so good when it's hot and bubbly from the oven. The cheddar french-fried onions lend a cheesy, crunchy touch. -Margaret Wilson, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups cheddar french-fried onions, divided
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat for 5 minutes; drain. In a large bowl, combine milk and soup. Stir in 1/2 cup onions, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and sausage. Drain pasta; stir into sausage mixture., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheeses. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619 calories, Fat 42g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SAUSAGE & PENNE MARINARA



Sausage & Penne Marinara image

It's hard to beat the classic Italian flavors of this hearty, comforting dish. It has a slight kick, so omit the pepper flakes if you don't want the heat. -Tammy Rowe, Bellevue, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2-1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 large onion, halved and sliced
1 medium green pepper, sliced
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and green pepper in oil over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce and seasonings; heat through., Drain pasta; toss with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 853mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

PENNE AND SMOKED SAUSAGE



Penne and Smoked Sausage image

This pasta is a must-try smoked sausage recipe. It just tastes so good when it's hot and bubbly from the oven. The cheddar french-fried onions lend a cheesy, crunchy touch. -Margaret Wilson, Sun City, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups cheddar french-fried onions, divided
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat 5 minutes; drain. In a large bowl, combine milk and soup. Stir in 1/2 cup onions, 1/2 cup cheese, peas and sausage. Drain pasta; stir into sausage mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheese. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes longer. Freeze option: Sprinkle remaining onions and cheese over unbaked casserole. Cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 375°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 553 calories, Fat 35g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 1425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

BAKED PENNE WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE



Baked Penne with Italian Sausage image

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

CHEESY SAUSAGE AND PENNE CASSEROLE



Cheesy Sausage and Penne Casserole image

Smoked sausage and cheese mingle in this crowd-pleasing Italian penne pasta bake. Delizioso!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups uncooked penne pasta (about 10 ounces)
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/3 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 cups milk
2 cups shredded Italian-style cheese blend (8 ounces)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package.
  • While pasta is cooking, melt butter in 3-quart saucepan over low heat. Stir in flour, salt, 1/2 tea-spoon Italian seasoning, the pepper and garlic. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly; remove from heat. Stir in milk. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in Italian cheese blend and 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese until melted.
  • Gently stir pasta and sausage into cheese sauce. Pour into ungreased 3-quart casserole. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1050 mg

PENNE AND SMOKED SAUSAGE



Penne and Smoked Sausage image

Make and share this Penne and Smoked Sausage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Penne

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 lb smoked sausage or 1 lb fully cooked kielbasa, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 1/2 cups milk
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1 1/2 cups cheddar French-fried onions, divided
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat for 5 minutes; drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine milk and soup. Stir in 1/2 cup onions, 1/2 cup cheese, peas and sausage.
  • Drain pasta; stir into sausage mixture.
  • Transfer to a greased 13x9x2 inch baking dish. Cover and bake at 375 for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.6, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 75.1, Sodium 1061.5, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 2.7, Protein 19.7

BAKED PENNE & SMOKED SAUSAGE



Baked Penne & Smoked Sausage image

Make and share this Baked Penne & Smoked Sausage recipe from Food.com.

Provided by jswope162

Categories     Penne

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package smoked sausage
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of celery soup
2 1/2 cups milk
2 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups French-fried onions
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F
  • Cut sausage into 1/4* slices and brown in skillet; drain.
  • Combine soup and milk m 3-qt casserole.
  • Stir m pasta, sausage. 1/2 cup cheese, 1/2 cup French Fried Onions and peas.
  • Bake 45 minutes covered tightly with foil.
  • Uncover and top with remaining cheese and onions.
  • Bake 3 minutes until golden.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 644.4, Fat 36.6, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 89.1, Sodium 1783, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 6.1, Sugar 2.2, Protein 30.5

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use a combination of smoked sausage and ground beef or pork.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the casserole, such as diced bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
  • If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can also make this casserole in a large skillet or baking dish.
  • Be sure to cook the sausage and vegetables thoroughly before adding the pasta and sauce.
  • Top the casserole with a generous amount of shredded cheese before baking.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This penne and smoked sausage casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover smoked sausage. With its hearty combination of pasta, sausage, vegetables, and cheese, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Related Topics