baked penne with asparagus & turkey meat sauce

How To Make baked penne with asparagus & turkey meat sauce

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350. Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook penne according to package directions. When pasta is 1 minute from being done, add asparagus and boil for 1 minute; drain and return to pot.
• Step 2
  Meanwhile, coat a large skillet with cooking spray and heat to medium-high; add turkey and cook,stirring often, until lightly browned, about 7 minutes. Add tomato sauce, basil, garlic powder, salt and pepper, and simmer until through, 3 to 4 minutes.
• Step 3
  Add turkey meat sauce to penne and asparagus and stir to combine.
• Step 4
  Lightly coat a 2 qt baking dish with cooking spray; add 1/2 the penne mixture and sprinkle with 2/3 of the mozzarella. Add remaining penne, then spinkle remaining mozzarella and top with Parmigiano-Reggiano. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted. Let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Try garnish with fresh oregano or basil, if desired.
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