Cheesy Sausage and Penne Bake Recipe

Name: Cheesy Sausage and Penne Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups penne pasta, uncooked; 1/2 lb. (225 g) Italian sausage, cut into 3/4-inch slices; 1 Tbsp. olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 cup Philadelphia Herb & Garlic Cream Cheese Product; 1 cup 25%-less-sodium chicken broth; 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes; 1/2 cup chopped basil; 1/2 cup Touch of Philadelphia Shredded Creamy Mozza Cheese

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 375 degrees F.
2
Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
3
Meanwhile, cook sausage in large skillet on medium-high heat, 8 to 9 min., stirring occasionally.
4
Remove from skillet and set aside.
5
Drain any fat from pan.
6
Reduce heat to medium.
7
Add olive oil, onions and garlic; cook until crisp-tender, 3 to 5 min.
8
Add cream cheese and broth, stirring until cream cheese is melted, about 2 min.
9
Add drained pasta, sundried tomatoes, basil and sausage, tossing to combine.
10
Pour into a 2-L baking dish sprayed with cooking spray.
11
Sprinkle with cheese.
12
Cover.
13
Bake 20 min.
14
Uncover; bake an additional 15 min., or until heated through.

1086

kcal

Calories

Fat

140

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups penne pasta, uncooked, 1/2 lb. (225 g) Italian sausage, cut into 3/4-inch slices, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Sausage and Penne Bake 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!

Cheesy Sausage and Penne Bake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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