Enjoy a comforting baked pasta with broccoli and sausage that’s easy to prepare and perfect for family gatherings.

Baked Pasta with Broccoli and Sausage

Baked pasta with broccoli and sausage is a delicious and wholesome alternative to traditional baked pasta with sauce. This rich and flavorful first course is perfect for family lunch or winter dinners, where the creaminess of Fontina cheese meets the rustic taste of sausage.

In the oven, the Fontina melts, enveloping the pasta with an irresistibly stretchy effect, resulting in a mouthwatering and comforting dish. Baked pasta with broccoli and sausage is an easy and quick recipe to prepare in advance, ideal for those seeking a complete, wholesome dish with a homey aroma, perfect for warming up the coldest days.

Ingredients

• 300g pasta (penne or rigatoni)
• 200g broccoli florets
• 250g sausage (Italian sausage)
• 200g Fontina cheese
• 1 onion (finely chopped)
• 400g tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 50g grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).
2. Boil the pasta in salted water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent.
4. Add the sausage, breaking it into pieces and cooking until browned.
5. Stir in the broccoli and sauté for a few minutes.
6. Pour in the tomato sauce, season with salt and pepper, and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
7. Combine the cooked pasta and sausage mixture, mixing thoroughly.
8. Transfer half of the pasta mixture to a baking dish, sprinkle with half of the Fontina cheese, and then layer the remaining pasta mixture on top.
9. Top with the remaining Fontina cheese and sprinkle grated Parmesan on top.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.
11. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Enjoy this comforting baked dish alongside your favorite winter salads and sides!

Explore More Delicious Italian Recipes

Here are other delightful baked pasta recipes with winter vegetables:

• Baked Pasta with Broccoli and Bacon
• Baked Pasta with Cauliflower and Sausage
• Baked Fusilli with Black Kale and Pecorino
• Baked Pasta with Spinach and Ricotta