penne pasta bake

Indianapolis, IN
Updated on Jul 16, 2013

This is originally from Kraft Foods but I have modified it to suit my personal taste and make it even more Italian--yum! Photo: andreasrecipes.com

prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 pound italian sausage, hot
  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jar (24 oz.) traditional spaghetti sauce
  • 1 package (10 oz.) philadelphis italian cheese and herb cooking creme, divided
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 3 cups penne pasta, cooked

How To Make penne pasta bake

  • Step 1
    In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage with the onion, pepper, and garlic. Stir in spaghetti sauce, 3/4 cup of the cooking creme and 1/2 cup of the mozzarella; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until mozzarella is melted. Add pasta; mix lightly.
  • Step 2
    Spoon mixture into a 2-qt casserole dish and top with remaining cooking creme and mozzarella. Cover.
  • Step 3
    Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven for 20 minutes or until heated through, uncovering after 15 minutes. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve while hot.

Discover More

Category: Pasta
Culture: Italian
Keyword: #hearty
Ingredient: Pasta
Method: Bake

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