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Italian Sausage and Pepper Pasta Bake
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Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
  • 2 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a baking dish. Cook the penne pasta in a large pot of salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  • Add the sliced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  • Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3 minutes to combine the flavors.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the cooked pasta until evenly coated. Transfer everything to the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese evenly over the top. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and lightly golden.

Notes

Assemble the full dish up to a day ahead, cover it, and refrigerate before baking. Leftovers store well in the fridge for three days and reheat best in a 350°F oven to keep the cheese from drying out. Use mild or spicy sausage based on your family's preference.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Equipment: Large pot, Large skillet, Baking dish