SAUSAGE SPINACH PASTA BAKE

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I've swapped in other meats-such as chicken sausage, veal or ground pork-and added in summer squash, zucchini, green beans and mushrooms, depending on what's in season. Also, fresh herbs really perk up the flavors. -Kim Forni, Laconia, New Hampshire

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (16 ounces) whole wheat spiral pasta
1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
1 medium onion, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic. Cook 1 minute longer; drain. Stir in tomatoes, oregano, basil and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes., Drain pasta; stir into turkey mixture. Add spinach and cream; heat through. Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Happyboy tshupja mocotsha
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover sausage and spinach. The pasta is cooked perfectly and the overall dish is very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Jennifer Wooten
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I made this pasta bake for my family last night and they loved it! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Village vlog
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover spinach. The sausage adds a nice touch of flavor and the pasta is cooked perfectly. The overall dish is very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Thabiso Molefe
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I made this pasta bake for my friends last night and they loved it! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


DAvid Gathright
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover sausage and spinach. The pasta is cooked perfectly and the overall dish is very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Keylinn Weakland
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I made this pasta bake for my family last night and they loved it! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Lana Wlamar
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover spinach. The sausage adds a nice touch of flavor and the pasta is cooked perfectly. The overall dish is very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Malcolm Hyez
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I made this pasta bake for my friends last night and they loved it! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kingston Vinson
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This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover sausage. The spinach adds a nice touch of color and flavor. The pasta is cooked perfectly and the overall dish is very satisfying. I will definitely be making this again.


Karen Wellington
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I made this pasta bake for my family last night and they loved it! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Dr ABU
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This pasta bake is a great weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the leftovers are even better the next day. The sausage and spinach are a great combination, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


paulene sronce
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I've made this pasta bake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sausage and spinach are a great combination, and the pasta is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Anthony olayi Adie
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This pasta bake was a hit at my last party! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ramzan69 Ramzan
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I made this pasta bake for my friends last night and they loved it! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Kayepo
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This pasta bake was easy to make and turned out great! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Theprincess5
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I made this pasta bake last night and it was delicious! The flavors were perfect and the pasta was cooked al dente. I will definitely be making this again.


Rozi Azeem
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This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The sausage and spinach were a great combination, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.