Description
Mediterranean Sausage Pasta Bake is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together al dente penne pasta, savory Italian sausage, and vibrant bell peppers, all enveloped in rich tomato sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Baked to golden perfection, this delightful casserole is perfect for family gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. Each bite bursts with Mediterranean flavors, making it a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb Italian sausage (spicy or sweet)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 cups high-quality tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, crumble and brown the Italian sausage until fully cooked.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, browned sausage, chopped bell peppers, spinach, and tomato sauce; mix well.
- Transfer mixture to the greased baking dish and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 55mg