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

hua Ni
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This sausage penne bake is the perfect dish for a busy weeknight. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Khan Faraz
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I made this dish for my picky kids and they loved it! It's a great way to get them to eat their vegetables.


bonnie clock aka colorstreet granny
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This dish was a little too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using a milder sausage next time.


Case 143
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I love this recipe! It's so versatile. I've made it with different types of sausage, vegetables, and cheeses. It always turns out great.


Baby Skipper
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This sausage penne bake is a great way to use up leftover sausage. It's also a great dish to make ahead of time and reheat for a quick and easy meal.


Shanice Wanjiku
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I wasn't a big fan of this dish. The sausage was a little too greasy for my taste.


Mohan Bahadur khatri
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This sausage penne bake is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, flavorful, and so easy to make. I love that I can throw it in the oven and forget about it until it's time to eat.


choden leki
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite!


Helena Gutierrez
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I made this dish for my friends and they all loved it! It was a great way to use up some leftover sausage and peppers.


Alifuzzaman Alif
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This sausage penne bake was a delicious and hearty meal. The sausage and peppers were cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a comforting and easy-to-make meal.


Mmabatho Nyoffu
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I loved this recipe! It was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. I will definitely be making it again.


Mr Tanvirul FF
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This dish was a little bland for my taste. I think I would add more Italian seasoning next time.


MD mohin Islam
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The sausage and peppers were perfectly cooked and the sauce was flavorful. The only thing I would change is to add a little more cheese.


Louie Prom
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This sausage penne bake is my new go-to comfort food. It's so easy to make and always turns out perfectly. I love that I can use whatever sausage and vegetables I have on hand.


Ashir Wattoo
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the crispy breadcrumb topping.


Jay Sims
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This sausage penne bake was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. The sausage and peppers were flavorful, and the cheese was gooey and melted perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.