Baked Italian Hotdish Recipe
Penne pasta sliced Italian sausage, green peppers and onions, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pasta and Sausage
Vegetables
Cheese and Seasoning
Sauce
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Cook the Sausage
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Italian sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 3
Assembly
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked penne pasta, browned sausage, sautéed vegetables, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.
Baking
- 5
Transfer to Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 6
Add Cheese
Top the pasta mixture evenly with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Serving
- 8
Serve
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Serve warm and enjoy!
