Penne Salsiccia recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsZia's on The HillPenne Salsiccia Recipe

Penne Salsiccia Recipe

Inspired by Zia's on The Hill
Time30m
Serves4

Penne noodles tossed in olive oil, butter, and garlic with a touch of marinara, salciccia, red peppers, red onions, and green olives with freshly grated fontinella cheese

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Ingredients

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Pasta and Sauce Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 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. 2

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add the Sausage and Vegetables

    Add the sliced salciccia to the skillet and cook until browned. Then, add the red bell pepper and red onion, sautéing until they are tender, about 3-4 minutes.

  4. 4

    Combine with Marinara

    Stir in the marinara sauce and green olives. Let it simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Mix with Pasta

    Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss well to combine all ingredients together.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Remove from heat and sprinkle the grated fontinella cheese over the top. Serve immediately.

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