Best 6 Sausage Penne Bake Recipes

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Indulge in a hearty and flavorful Sausage Penne Bake, a delightful casserole that combines the richness of sausage, the comforting texture of penne pasta, and a medley of delectable vegetables. This easy-to-make dish is a perfect weeknight dinner or a satisfying meal for any occasion. With just a few simple steps, you can create a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Explore variations of this classic recipe, including a creamy Sausage Penne Bake with a luscious Alfredo sauce, a zesty Sausage Penne Bake with a vibrant tomato-based sauce, and a vegetarian Sausage Penne Bake packed with an array of colorful vegetables. Each recipe offers a unique taste experience, ensuring that there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PENNE SAUSAGE BAKE



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"This hearty pasta dish was inspired by the delicious sausage rolls served at our favorite Italian restaurant," relates Vicky Benscoter of Birmingham, Alabama. "I serve if frequently for supper since it's easy to prepare and my husband thinks it's great!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked penne pasta
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
3 cups fat-free meatless spaghetti sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a large skillet, saute green pepper and onion in oil for 6-7 minutes. Add sausage; cook and stir until sausage is no longer pink. Drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce and pasta., Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheeses. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 276 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 948mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUSAGE PENNE BAKE



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No one will guess a dish this cheesy and filling could be healthy, but this one's chock-full of eggplant, whole wheat pasta, tomatoes and fabulous flavor. -Barbara Kempen, Cambridge, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked whole wheat penne pasta
3/4 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup dry red wine or chicken broth
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
3 tablespoons chopped ripe olives
2 teaspoons dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, eggplant and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Add wine and garlic, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Drain pasta. Add the pasta, 1-1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, olives, basil and pepper to skillet., Transfer to a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 623mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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.

GARLIC SAUSAGE PENNE BAKE



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Make and share this Garlic Sausage Penne Bake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kansashortcake

Categories     Penne

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces penne pasta, cooked according to package
1 lb Italian sausage
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup flour
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
10 ounces shredded Italian cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • Brown sausage in skillet.
  • melt butter in sauce pan over medium heat, add flour and stir until light golden brown (don't burn), wisk in milk garlic pwd and salt and pepper.
  • Mix sauce in with sasuage, mix with pasta then pour into a casserole dish sprayed with cooking spray, sprinkle cheeses on top.
  • Bake 350 for 30min until hot and bubbly.
  • Serve with garlic bread.

PENNE SAUSAGE BAKE



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What I do is just buy bulk Italian sausage. This is very good. I hope you like it. Please let me know what you think.

Provided by Kim19068

Categories     Penne

Time 50m

Yield 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (1 lb) package penne or 1 (1 lb) package tube pasta
1 small onion
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 lb Italian turkey sausage link, casing removed
3 cups meatless sauce
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions.
  • In a large skillet saute onion in oil for 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Add sausage,cook and stir until sausage is no longer pink.
  • Drain.
  • Stir in spaghetti sauce.
  • Transfer to a 3 qt baking dish coated with non stick spray.
  • Cover and bake at 350 for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Uncover sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

HEARTY TOMATO SAUSAGE PENNE BAKE



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It's Italian night! Our cheesy, sausage and pasta bake can be on your dinner table in less than an hour.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups uncooked penne pasta (8 oz)
1 lb bulk Italian pork sausage
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 medium green or red bell pepper, cut into bite-size strips
1 can (19 oz ) Progresso™ Vegetable Classics hearty tomato soup
1/2 teaspoon dried basil leaves
1 package (8 oz) Italian cheese crumbles (mozzarella, provolone, Romano and Asiago cheeses)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, cook sausage, onion and garlic over medium-high heat 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in bell pepper. Cook about 2 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink; drain. Return to skillet. Add soup and basil to sausage mixture; heat to boiling.
  • Drain pasta; place in baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese crumbles. Pour sausage mixture over pasta.
  • Cover with foil; bake 25 minutes. Remove foil; sprinkle with remaining cheese crumbles. Bake 3 to 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1290 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality sausage: The better the sausage, the better the dish will be. Look for a sausage that is made with fresh, high-quality pork and has a good flavor.
  • Cook the sausage thoroughly: Sausage should be cooked all the way through to prevent foodborne illness. Cook the sausage until it is no longer pink in the center.
  • Use a good quality pasta: Penne is a great choice for this dish, but you can also use other types of pasta, such as macaroni or rotini.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Pasta should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite. Overcooked pasta will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes this dish special. Use a sauce that is packed with flavor, such as a tomato sauce or a cream sauce.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to this dish. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and zucchini.
  • Top with cheese: Cheese is the perfect finishing touch for this dish. Use a cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella or cheddar.

Conclusion:

Sausage penne bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover sausage. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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