Quick & Easy Zesty Italian Penne Pasta Bake

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 1
Quick & Easy Zesty Italian Penne Pasta Bake recipe
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 package Jimmy Dean sausage
1 medium onion , course chop
1 small sweet red pepper , course chop
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon hot crushed red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons dry basil
1 can tomato sauce
1 small zucchini , unpeeled , sliced very thin ( do not cook zucchini , it will cook in the casserole )
salt and black pepper
1/2 box penne pasta
1 package shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
1 tablespoon butter , to grease casserole dish

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
589
Sugar
7g
Fat
32g
This flavorful and easy to make pasta bake combines zesty Italian flavors with wholesome ingredients. The addition of zucchini makes it a healthy and nutritious option, while the sausage and cheese give it a delicious and indulgent taste. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or to share with friends and family, this pasta bake is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F/175°C
2.Cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain pasta.
3.In a skillet, cook sausage, onion, pepper and garlic in oil until sausage is no longer pink, drain if needed. Stir in red pepper flakes, basil and tomato sauce.
4.Toss the cooked and drained penne pasta into the skillet with the sauce.
5.Grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish with butter, and spoon the mixture into the dish. Top with sliced zucchini in rows across the dish. Salt and pepper zucchini slices to taste.
6.Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
7.Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until hot and bubbly.

PROS

This quick and easy pasta bake is a great weeknight dinner that is flavorful and satisfying.
The addition of zucchini and tomato sauce make it a wholesome and healthy meal option.

CONS

The sausage and cheese in this recipe make it a higher calorie and fat option compared to other pasta dishes.
Moderation is key when enjoying this meal as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The addition of zucchini and tomato sauce in this recipe make it a great source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, potassium and fiber. The use of whole wheat penne pasta can also add some additional nutrients to the dish, compared to regular white pasta.

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