Baked Pasta With Tomato, Red Pepper, and Sweet Italian Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 10
Baked Pasta With Tomato, Red Pepper, and Sweet Italian Sauce
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb sweet Italian sausage , casings removed
1/2 lb cremini mushroom , sliced
2 garlic cloves , minced
4 cups favorite marinara sauce
1 jar roasted red peppers , rinsed , drained , and finely chopped
1 cup heavy cream
salt
fresh ground black pepper
salt
1 lb penne pasta
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 cup freshly grated asiago cheese
0.5 bag arugula leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
714
Sugar
12g
Fat
43g
Baked Pasta With Tomato, Red Pepper, and Sweet Italian Sauce is a classic Italian-American dish that is easy to make at home. The dish is made by combining sweet Italian sausage, cremini mushrooms, garlic, and your favorite marinara sauce, then topping with chopped roasted red peppers and a creamy cheesy sauce made with heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and asiago cheese. The mixture is then baked until hot and bubbly, creating a perfect comfort food meal for the whole family. The dish comes with a side of arugula, providing a nutrient-packed green that adds to the full flavor of the meal. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and is sure to become a family favorite.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3.In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat.
4.Add in the sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon.
5.Add in the mushrooms and garlic and cook until the mushrooms are tender, about 5 minutes.
6.Add in marinara sauce, chopped roasted red peppers, and heavy cream.
7.Simmer for 10-15 minutes, then season with salt and pepper.
8.Mix the cooked pasta with the sauce and pour into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
9.Sprinkle grated parmesan and asiago cheese on top.
10.Bake until bubbly and golden brown, about 25-30 minutes.
11.Serve hot and garnish with arugula leaves.

PROS

This baked pasta recipe is easy to make and perfect for a comforting weeknight meal.

The combination of sweet Italian sausage, tangy roasted red peppers, and creamy, cheesy sauce is irresistible.

It is a crowd-pleaser and is perfect for meal prep or leftovers.

CONS

The dish is high in calories, fat, and sodium.

It is not recommended for people who are on low-fat or low-sugar diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The dish contains a good amount of protein, fiber, and dairy.
Tomatoes in the marinara sauce contain lycopene, an antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of some types of cancer.
Mushrooms are a good source of antioxidants and have anti-inflammatory properties.
Arugula is a leafy green that is low in calories and high in nutrients, including vitamin C, vitamin K, and calcium.

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