BAKED PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND TOMATO PESTO
The smoked Gouda can sometimes be hard to find, but it adds a great flavor and texture. The hot Italian sausage adds some spice. Got this one from "The Best American Recipes 2003-2004."
Provided by Velouria
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the sausage and onion.
- Cook, breaking sausage up with a spoon, for about 5 minutes, or until softened, stirring frequently to cook onion evenly.
- Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add marinara sauce and reduce heat to medium.
- Simmer for 10 minutes, or until sauce begins to thicken.
- Stir in pesto and season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
- Cook penne in a large pot of salted boiling water for about 10 minutes, or until al dente.
- Drain well.
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Oil a 9-x-13-inch baking dish.
- Spread a thin layer of sauce over bottom of dish.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta with remaining sauce, the Gouda or mozzarella, 1/3 cup of the Parmesan, and spinach, mixing well.
- Spoon mixture into prepared dish and sprinkle with remaining 2/3 cup Parmesan over top.
- Bake for about 30 minute or until casserole begins to bubble and cheese is browned.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 995.4, Fat 45, SaturatedFat 19.1, Cholesterol 106.5, Sodium 2645.5, Carbohydrate 106.3, Fiber 16.6, Sugar 27.2, Protein 42
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Chisom Ibeh
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover tomato sauce.
Dennoh Bahati
[email protected]I've been making this dish for years and it never disappoints. It's a classic recipe that everyone should know how to make.
kabir shah
[email protected]This is one of my favorite recipes for baked pasta. It's always a hit with my family and friends.
Maurice Chokoe
[email protected]I love that this recipe can be made with different types of sausage. It's a great way to change up the flavor.
Charlotte Smith
[email protected]This pasta dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make.
Aysah Kha
[email protected]I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a keeper!
Madi Awan
[email protected]This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing.
Leonardo Padia
[email protected]I love the combination of sausage, tomato, and pesto. It's so flavorful and delicious.
Ch Nouman
[email protected]This pasta dish is a great way to use up leftover sausage.
Ceaser Yosam
[email protected]I made this dish for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Melanin
[email protected]This is one of my favorite pasta recipes. It's so flavorful and comforting.
Cactus Jack
[email protected]The pesto really makes this dish. I used a store-bought pesto, but I'm sure it would be even better if I made my own.
aram akram
[email protected]I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to make and always turns out great.
Lian Santiago
[email protected]This pasta dish was a hit with my family! The sausage and tomato pesto combination was flavorful and delicious.