Italian Sausage Pasta Bake
A comforting pasta bake featuring Italian sausage, marinara sauce, and layers of gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings and weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Italian sausage
- 12 oz penne pasta, cooked
- 3 cups marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Italian sausage in a large skillet over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until browned.
- Add the marinara sauce and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine the sausage mixture with the cooked penne in a large mixing bowl.
- Layer half of the pasta mixture in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, sprinkle with half the mozzarella, and top with the remaining pasta and cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
- Cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For serving, consider garnishing with extra Parmesan and fresh basil. Pair with a side salad and a glass of red wine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: pasta, baking, Italian, comfort food, sausage bake