Sausage Penne Pasta
This sausage penne pasta is a quick, flavorful dinner that comes together in just 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. With savory sausage, tender vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce, it’s a comforting dish that’s both hearty and satisfying. Serve it with a fresh salad and crusty bread for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal the whole family will love.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 299kcal
Ingredients
- 3-1/2 cups penne pasta uncooked
- ½ pound Italian sausage links casing removed and cut into 1-inch pieces (I used mild)
- 1 small onion halved and sliced
- ½ medium green pepper sliced
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 14.5 oz can diced tomato with garlic (I used the fire roasted ones)
- 8 oz can tomato sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
- Grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and green pepper in oil over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
- Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce and seasonings; heat through.
- Drain pasta; toss with tomato mixture. Sprinkle with cheese. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 299kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 743mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 356IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg