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Easy Sunday Baked Pasta

Rao's marinara, penne and savory Italian sausage baked under bubbly mozzarella and parmesan — our cozy Sunday pasta night tradition.
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Cook Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian

Ingredients
  

  • 1 jar Rao’s Homemade Marinara Sauce
  • 1 package Rao’s Homemade Penne Rigate Pasta
  • 1 lb ground Italian sausage
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 small yellow onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh basil leaves
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the penne until just al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until soft and fragrant. Stir in garlic and let it cook just until golden.
  • Add the Italian sausage and break it apart as it browns. Cook until fully done and slightly crisp around the edges.
  • Pour in the marinara sauce and stir everything together, letting it simmer for a few minutes so the flavors can blend.
  • Add the cooked pasta into the sauce and gently toss until every piece is coated.
  • Transfer to a baking dish and top generously with mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and lightly golden on top.
  • Finish with fresh basil right before serving.