Best 6 Penne Pasta With Sausage And Cheesy Garlic Bread Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds with a delightful culinary journey as we present a hearty and flavorful dish that combines the classic flavors of penne pasta, succulent sausage, and a cheesy garlic bread that will leave you craving for more. This delectable meal is a perfect blend of textures and flavors, featuring tender penne pasta coated in a rich and savory tomato sauce, complemented by juicy and well-seasoned sausage. The cheesy garlic bread, with its crispy exterior and soft, cheesy interior, adds an irresistible touch to this comforting dish. Whether you're looking for a cozy family dinner or a satisfying meal to impress your guests, this penne pasta with sausage and cheesy garlic bread is sure to be a hit.

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

LOAF PAN CHEESY SAUSAGE PENNE



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You can use your loaf pan for more than just quick bread. For two-person households or small families, this baking pan is perfect for making dinner, too! Case in point: this incredibly easy, incredibly cheesy sausage penne casserole. It has all of the ingredients you'd see in a larger 13x9 version of this dish-Italian sausage, pasta sauce, mozzarella cheese-without the overwhelming amount of leftovers.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 oz uncooked penne pasta (1 1/4 cups)
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup Progresso™ Panko Italian style crispy bread crumbs
1/4 lb bulk Italian pork sausage
3/4 cup diced onions
1 1/2 cups Muir Glen™ organic tomato basil pasta sauce (from 24.5-oz jar)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 oz)
Small fresh basil leaves, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 8x4-inch loaf pan with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; cook 2 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until toasted. Pour into small bowl. Wipe out skillet.
  • In same skillet over medium heat, add sausage and onions; cook 7 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is no longer pink. Drain, if necessary.
  • In large bowl, stir together sausage, sauce and 1 cup of the cheese. Add cooked pasta; toss gently. Spoon mixture into loaf pan. Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Cover with foil.
  • Bake 35 to 40 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted. Top with toasted bread crumbs and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 900 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CHEESY SAUSAGE PENNE



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This lasagna-like entree takes me back to my childhood. I got the recipe from a friend's mother, who fixed it for us when we were kids. I made a few changes to it, but it's still quick and delicious. -Dallas McCord Reno, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 garlic clove, minced
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
4 green onions, sliced
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes. , Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream and onions., In a greased shallow 3-qt. baking dish, layer half of the pasta and sausage mixture. Dollop with half the cream cheese mixture; sprinkle with half the cheddar cheese. Repeat layers. , Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 667mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

CHEESY SAUSAGE PENNE



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From TOH recipe by Dallas McCord. A easy dinner that can be served with toasted garlic bread, or a salad.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb Italian sausage, casing removed and chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta, uncooked
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
4 green onions, sliced
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • in a large skillet, cook the sausage and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain fat, stir in spaghetti sauce, bring to a boil, reduce heat cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • cook pasta according to package directions. drain. meanwhile in a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sour cream and onions.
  • in a greased shallow 3-qt baking dish, layer half of the pasta and sausage mixture. dollop with half of the cream cheese mixture, sprinkle with half of the cheddar cheese, repeat layers.
  • bake uncovered at 350*F for 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 498.8, Fat 29.5, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 70.6, Sodium 954.3, Carbohydrate 41.1, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 6.4, Protein 18.2

PENNE WITH BUTTER, SAGE, AND PARMESAN



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This simple recipe makes a great accompaniment to grilled chicken. The quality of Parmesan really matters here; avoid the stuff in the green container for this preparation!

Provided by D. Todd Miller

Categories     Penne

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

16 ounces penne pasta
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (I use inexpensive olive oil from Spain)
30 fresh sage leaves
1 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, freshly grated
fresh ground pepper, to taste
salt, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt it. Cook the pasta until it is tender but just short of the point at which you want to eat it.
  • Meanwhile, place butter and olive oil in a saucepan large enough to hold the cooked pasta; turn the heat to medium and add the sage. Cook until the butter and oil begin to brown and the sage shrivels.Turn heat down to low.
  • When pasta is almost done, scoop out a cupful of the cooking water and set aside. Drain the pasta, immediately add it to the sage mixture, and raise the heat to medium.
  • Add 1/2 cup of the reserved water, and stir. Cook about 30 seconds or until some of the water is absorbed and the pasta is perfectly done.
  • Stir in the cheese until the sauce becomes creamy. Thin it with a little water if necessary.
  • Season liberally with pepper, and salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.3, Fat 14.1, SaturatedFat 6.1, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 368, Carbohydrate 91, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 0.2, Protein 16.1

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

CHEESY BAKED PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND RICOTTA



Cheesy Baked Pasta With Sausage and Ricotta image

Like a cross between baked ziti and sausage lasagna, this mozzarella-topped pasta is rich with ricotta and crushed tomatoes - and cooks entirely in one pan, including the pasta. The Italian sausage adds meaty depth to the sauce, but vegetarians can leave it out or use their favorite plant-based sausage instead.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 pound bulk hot or mild Italian sausage (pork, chicken or turkey)
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely crushed
Pinch of red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving (optional)
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with their juices
1 (14-ounce) can crushed or strained tomatoes
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
12 ounces dried pasta, such as small shells, farfalle or other shaped pasta
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into bite-size pieces
6 ounces whole-milk ricotta (about 3/4 cup)
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup basil leaves
Black pepper, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Heat oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high. Crumble sausage into skillet, using a spoon to break it into small pieces. Cook until starting to brown, stirring occasionally, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, fennel seeds and red-pepper flakes (if using), and cook another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in whole tomatoes and their juice, using a spoon to break them up. Add crushed tomatoes, bay leaves and 2 teaspoons salt, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Stir in pasta and 1 cup water and return to a simmer. Continue to simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to make sure pasta doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat, pluck out the bay leaves, and fold in about a third of the mozzarella.
  • Top pasta with remaining mozzarella and dollops of ricotta. Sprinkle with Parmesan, then transfer to oven. Bake until pasta is tender when poked with a fork, and cheese is bubbly and lightly golden, 18 to 22 minutes. (If you'd like a more deeply browned topping, run the pan under the broiler for 1 or 2 minutes.) Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Top with basil, plenty of black pepper, and more red-pepper flakes, if you like.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your dish. Look for high-quality penne pasta, Italian sausage, and cheeses.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the sausage, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent the sausage from browning properly and will make it more likely to steam instead of fry.
  • Cook the pasta al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked just until it is tender but still has a slight bite to it. This will help the pasta hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Use a flavorful cheese blend: A combination of Parmesan, mozzarella, and pecorino Romano cheeses will give your pasta a rich, cheesy flavor.
  • Don't skip the garlic bread: The cheesy garlic bread is the perfect accompaniment to this pasta dish. It's easy to make and adds a delicious garlicky flavor to the meal.

Conclusion:

This penne pasta with sausage and cheesy garlic bread is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy pasta dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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