Turkey Sausage and Pepper Pasta Bake

Turkey Sausage and Pepper Pasta Bake 🍝

Lean turkey sausage sautéed with bell peppers and penne, bound together with ricotta and baked until golden, a lighter take on a classic.

48 min · Comfortable · 520 cal · 48g protein · $3.10/serving · American

48minutes
6servings
520calories
48gprotein
$3.10per serving

Ingredients (serves 6)

  • 1 lb ground turkey sausage
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 2 bell peppers
  • 1 onion
  • 1.5 cups ricotta
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt
  • Black pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook penne according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Dice bell peppers and onion. Mince garlic.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet. Brown turkey sausage for 6 minutes, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat.

  4. 4

    Add peppers, onion, and garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.

  5. 5

    Stir in marinara sauce and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Combine penne with ricotta. Mix with sauce and sausage. Transfer to a 9x13 baking dish, top with mozzarella, and bake for 18 minutes until bubbly.

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