Baked Spinach With Sausage, Tomatoes and Penne

Name: Baked Spinach With Sausage, Tomatoes and Penne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 12 lbs hot Italian sausages, casings removed; 1 onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste); 2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste); 3 -5 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained); 1 (10 ounce) can sliced mushrooms (lightly drained, DO NOT squeeze out the moisture with you hands); ¼ cup purchased pesto sauce; 3 cups cooked penne pasta (measure 3 cups already cooked); 1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, drained; 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed small; 1 ¼ cups grated parmesan cheese, divided

Servings: persons

1 12 lbs hot Italian sausages, casings removed
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste)
2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste)
3 -5 tablespoons olive oil
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
1 (10 ounce) can sliced mushrooms (lightly drained, DO NOT squeeze out the moisture with you hands)
¼ cup purchased pesto sauce
3 cups cooked penne pasta (measure 3 cups already cooked)
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, drained
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed small
1 ¼ cups grated parmesan cheese, divided

1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add in the sausage meat, onions and garlic with the dryed red pepper flakes (if using) saute for about 10-12 minutes breaking up the meat with a fork.
3
Add in the tomatoes with juice and the canned mushrooms; simmer about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
Add in the prepared pesto; stir to combine, season with salt and pepper.
5
Set oven to 375 degrees.
6
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
7
In a large bowl combine the cooked pasta, spinach, mozzeralla and 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (can use less then 3/4 cup if desired).
8
Add in the hot prepared tomato/sausage mixture; mix to combine.
9
Transfer to prepared baking dish.
10
Sprinkle with about 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
11
Cover with foil and bake about 30 minutes.

1662

kcal

Calories

Fat

144

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 1 12 lbs hot Italian sausages, casings removed, 1 onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic (or to taste), 2 teaspoons dried red pepper flakes (optional or to taste), and more.

Yes, Baked Spinach With Sausage, Tomatoes and Penne 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!