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ITALIAN SAUSAGE PENNE PASTA

INGREDIENTS

    • 16 ounce mini penne pasta
    • 1 pound Hot Italian sausage, crumbled
    • 24 ounce mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded (can use more cheese)
    • 1 large onion, chopped
    • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
    • 28 ounce can diced tomatoes, do not drain
    •  tsp oregano
    •  tsp basil
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

  • In a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat, add sausage and onions, and cook until sausage is no longer pink and onions are tender.
  • Drain grease and return to the pan.
  • Add minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Cook for two minutes.
  • Pour diced tomatoes into the skillet and bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add water to a large pot and bring water to a boil over medium high heat.
  • Cook pasta to al dente, drain, and add penne pasta to sausage mixture, stir to combine.
  • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese into the sausage mixture, stir to combine.
  • Serve hot with a side salad and garlic bread.