Ingredients
- 1 pound uncooked penne pasta
- 1 (32-ounce) jar marinara sauce
- 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
- 8 ounces (about 2 cups) shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, mix uncooked penne, marinara sauce, and sliced sausage until well combined.
- Pour mixture into a 9×13-inch casserole dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, fully covering the surface.
- Bake for 25 minutes, or until sauce is bubbly and cheese is golden brown.
- Let casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow pasta to finish cooking.
Notes
- Use spicy sausage or arrabbiata sauce for added heat.
- Try different cheeses like provolone, fontina, or Parmesan.
- Add sautéed veggies like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in fridge for up to 1 week or freeze before baking for future meals.
- To reheat, use microwave or bake at 350°F until heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/12 of casserole
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
