Baked Pasta with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Cheese

Name: Baked Pasta with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces pasta, ziti one package; 1 pound hot italian sausages links; 1 cup onions chopped; 2 each garlic cloves minced; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 14 1/2 ounces tomatoes, canned petite-diced, undrained; 1/4 cup basil chopped, fresh; nonstick cooking spray; 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded fresh, reduced fat; 1 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated fresh

Servings: persons

12 ounces pasta, ziti one package
1 pound hot italian sausages links
1 cup onions chopped
2 each garlic cloves minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
14 1/2 ounces tomatoes, canned petite-diced, undrained
1/4 cup basil chopped, fresh
nonstick cooking spray
1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded fresh, reduced fat
1 cup parmesan, parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated fresh

1
Preheat oven to 350F (180C) F.
2
Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat.
3
Drain the pasta, and set aside.
4
Remove casings from sausage.
5
Cook sausage, onion, and garlic in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until browned, stirring to crumble.
6
Add the tomato paste, salt, pepper, and tomatoes, and bring to a boil.
7
Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8
Combine cooked pasta, sausage mixture, and basil.
9
Place half of the pasta mixture in a 4-quart casserole coated with cooking spray.
10
Top with half of mozzarella and half of Parmesan.
11
Repeat layers.
12
Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until bubbly.

623

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces pasta, ziti one package, 1 pound hot italian sausages links, 1 cup onions chopped, 2 each garlic cloves minced, and more.

Yes, Baked Pasta with Sausage, Tomatoes, and Cheese falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!