Penne Surpreme Recipe

Short on time but craving a cheesy pasta masterpiece? This Penne Supreme recipe is your answer! Inspired by a need for a quick, yet flavorful weeknight meal, this dish became a family favorite. Loaded with savory sausage, vibrant vegetables, and a generous blanket of melted cheese, it's sure to become a new go-to. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 712.2 kcal
Protein 57g
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Ingredients for Penne Surpreme

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How to Make Penne Surpreme

  1. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or frying pan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic and bell pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes more.
  4. Crumble Italian sausage into the pan and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink (about 8-10 minutes).
  5. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in sliced black olives.
  7. Pour in crushed plum tomatoes and pasta sauce. Add Italian herbs.
  8. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce and stir to combine.
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Grease a large casserole dish.
  12. Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  13. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the pasta.
  14. Add the remaining pasta mixture and top with the remaining cheese.
  15. (Optional) Sprinkle extra Italian herbs over the cheese.
  16. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

80 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

64g

Carbs

23g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Penne Surpreme?

Penne Surpreme takes about 65 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Penne Surpreme?

Penne Surpreme has approximately 712.2 calories per serving, with about 57 g protein, 23 g carbohydrates and 56 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Penne Surpreme?

The key ingredients for Penne Surpreme are Penne Pasta, Italian Sausage, Pasta Sauce, Plum Tomatoes, Olive Oil, Bell Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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