Ingredients for Baked Penne With Sausage And Spinach Oven Or Crock Pot
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
- Garlic Cloves
- Red Wine
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup water (reserved from tomato can) + 1 cup for crockpot (if using)
- Pesto Sauce
- 1 pound penne pasta
- Baby Spinach Leaves
- Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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How to Make Baked Penne With Sausage And Spinach Oven Or Crock Pot
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a deep 9x13 inch lasagna pan.
- Crockpot instructions are at the bottom.
- **Sauce:** Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large deep saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add 1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed, and brown, breaking it up into bite-sized pieces.
- Add 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in 1/2 cup dry red wine, bring to a boil, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the alcohol evaporates.
- Stir in 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup pesto, and 1/2 cup water (reserved from the tomato can).
- Simmer for 10 minutes.
- **Pasta:** While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 1 pound penne pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, 5 ounces fresh spinach (chopped), and the tomato sausage sauce. Toss to combine until spinach wilts slightly.
- Stir in 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (cubed) and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
- Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese over the top.
- **Oven Baking:** Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
- **Crockpot Version:** Double the recipe. Ensure the pasta is slightly undercooked before adding to the crockpot. Pour the pasta mixture into a 6-quart slow cooker. Add 1 cup of hot water around the edges. Cook on high for 3 hours.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
33 g
Sugar
5g
Fat
39g
Carbs
13g
