Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Hearty Sausage Casserole Bake. Packed with savory Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, aromatic garlic, and gooey cheddar cheese, this one-dish wonder is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, it’s a delightful meal that guarantees satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (1 red, 1 green), chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9×9-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- Add onion and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in garlic and cook for an additional minute; then pour in tomato sauce.
- In a large bowl, combine sausage mixture with uncooked pasta and half the cheddar cheese; mix well.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheese, cover loosely with foil, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 274g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg