Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 35 mins | Total: 50 mins | Servings: 6 | Yield: 6 servings
You will love this dish for sure! Aside from the delicious flavours, the ingredients are very basic that I know you already have them right now. My only advice to you is to be very generous with the cheese. Yes, thank me later! Enjoy!
Ingredients:
1 (12 ounces) package dry penne pasta
2 teaspoons olive oil
1-pound mild Italian sausage
1 cup chopped onion
½ cup white wine
1 (15 ounces) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounces) can diced tomatoes with garlic
1 (6 ounces) can tomato paste
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions:
Step 1: Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.
Step 2: Place a large pot on the stove and pour salted water.
Step 3: Turn the heat to high and allow the salted water to boil.
Step 4: Add the pasta and cook for about 8 to 10 minutes or until firm to bite.
Step 5: Drain the water and rinse with cold running water to stop the cooking process.
Step 6: Place a large skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.
Step 7: Add the sausage and onion. Cook until the sausage turns brown and onion is translucent.
Step 8: Remove the accumulated oil from the sausage. Pour in the wine and allow it to boil for 1 minute.
Step 9: Deglaze the pan and add the tomato paste and sliced tomatoes. Stir until well blended and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Step 10: Remove from the heat and add the cooked pasta. Toss until the pasta well blended with the sauce.
Step 11: Transfer the mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
Step 12: Place inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes or until the cheese has melted completely.
Step 13: Remove from the oven and let it sit at room temperature to cool.
Step 14: Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Per Serving: 664.1 calories; protein 31g 62% DV; carbohydrates 59.2g 19% DV; fat 33.5g 52% DV; cholesterol 81.6mg 27% DV; sodium 1714.1mg 69% DV.