Baked Penne (Latino Inspired)
Baked Penne (Latino Inspired)
Ingredients
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1
package
(16 ounces) penne pasta
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1
package
(16 ounces) JOHNSONVILLE® Ground Hot Italian Sausage or (19 ounces) JOHNSONVILLE® Hot Italian Sausage Links, casings removed
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2
tablespoons
olive oil
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½
medium
red bell pepper, sliced
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1
small
poblano pepper, sliced
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1
jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
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½
medium
onion, sliced
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3
garlic cloves, minced
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1
teaspoon
dried oregano
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1
teaspoon
ground cumin
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3
cups
tomato sauce
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2
cups
shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
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Salt and pepper to taste
REVIEWS
Directions
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Preheat oven to 400°F.
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Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente doneness; drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, cook sausage in 1 tablespoon olive oil until fully cooked and browned, about 5-7 minutes.
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In a separate skillet, sauté the peppers, onion, and garlic in 1 tablespoon olive oil until tender. Season with oregano, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
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Add sausage to the peppers mixture; cook for approximately 3-5 minutes.
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Add pasta; toss to combine.
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Stir in the tomato sauce and remove from heat.
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Transfer to a baking dish and sprinkle with cheese.
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Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Enjoy!
