Name: Delicious Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta Bake Recipe for Easy Dinners
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 12 oz of penne pasta; 2 tablespoons of olive oil; 1 lb of Italian sausage; 4 cloves of garlic, minced; 1 can (14 oz) of diced tomatoes, with juices; 1 cup of heavy cream; 1 cup of chicken broth; 1 teaspoon of dried oregano; 1 teaspoon of dried basil; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 ½ cups of fresh spinach; 1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese; 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese; Fresh basil for garnish

Description

Savor this easy Tuscan Sausage Pasta Bake recipe, perfect for quick dinners. Creamy flavors will delight your taste buds every time! (145 chars)

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz of penne pasta

2 tablespoons of olive oil

1 lb of Italian sausage

4 cloves of garlic, minced

1 can (14 oz) of diced tomatoes, with juices

1 cup of heavy cream

1 cup of chicken broth

1 teaspoon of dried oregano

1 teaspoon of dried basil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 ½ cups of fresh spinach

1 cup of grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese

Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring constantly.

Pour in the diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Then add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Stir and let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Add the fresh spinach and stir until wilted. Then add the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until melted.

Gently fold the cooked penne into the sausage and sauce mixture until well combined.

Pour the pasta mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and spread it evenly.

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top and extra Parmesan if desired.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and cheese is lightly browned.

Let it cool for a few minutes, then garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

A comforting and creamy Tuscan sausage pasta bake that’s quick and easy, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g

Keywords: pasta bake, creamy sausage pasta, Italian recipe, easy dinners, weeknight meals