ZESTY PENNE PASTA - LIGHT

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Zesty Penne Pasta - Light image

I found this recipe in a magazine, in a Philly (cream cheese) ad. I modified it to make it healthier, and was honestly WOW-ed when I tried it - it's that good! Hope it WOW-s you too!

Provided by megs_

Categories     Penne

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups whole wheat penne, uncooked
1 lb reduced-fat pork sausage, Jimmy Dean
1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, I use Prego Heart-Smart
1 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions.
  • While that cooks, brown sausage in a pan sprayed with cooking spray.
  • When sausage is fully cooked, add spaghetti sauce & red chili pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add cream cheese to sauce, stir well for 2 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and mix well with sauce. Top with parmesan, let stand on LOW heat for 5 minutes until cheese is melted.

Taqi abbas Taqi abbas
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I've tried this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's a great dish to serve at parties or potlucks.


Lewis’s LOL
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I'm not sure why this recipe has so many positive reviews. I thought it was just okay.


Muhammad ilyas Gujjar
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This recipe was a waste of time and ingredients. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.


Chris Kabwe
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The pasta was overcooked and the vegetables were mushy. I think I'll cook it for less time next time.


Skobi Lili
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The sauce was a little too thick for my taste. I think I'll add more liquid next time.


Joel gyasi
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This recipe was too spicy for me. I think I'll try it again with less chili peppers next time.


Madina Wolt
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my dish turned out bland and watery. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.


David Axle Adams
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This is the best pasta dish I've ever had! The flavors are incredible and the texture is perfect.


Roxanne Sock
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I'm not a huge fan of pasta, but this dish changed my mind. The sauce is so flavorful and the penne is cooked perfectly.


Alikasaey Alikasaey
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This pasta dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The zesty sauce and the colorful vegetables make it a fun and appealing meal.


Dully Abdully
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can easily customize it to your own taste by adding different spices, herbs, or vegetables.


Amir Said
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This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I often add in whatever I have on hand, like broccoli, zucchini, or bell peppers.


Nan Davis
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a success. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket for those busy weeknights.


Otitoju Oluwasegun
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This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests.


Mohammed Rahmat ali
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I love the bright and tangy flavors in this dish. The lemon and herbs really shine through.


Hasset Love
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This pasta dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tammy Colbaugh
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I added some grilled chicken to this dish and it was delicious! The chicken added a nice protein boost and made the dish more filling.


Roton Sk
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This recipe was easy to follow and the ingredients were easy to find. I was able to make it in under 30 minutes.


Goldenson david
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I'm not a huge fan of spicy food, but this dish was surprisingly mild. The lemon and herbs really balanced out the heat of the chili peppers.


Bakhsh qali
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This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The zesty sauce was flavorful and bright, and the penne cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.