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Healthy Baked Rigatoni with Peppers and Sausage

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A wholesome and flavorful baked pasta dish featuring turkey sausage, colorful peppers, and whole wheat rigatoni, perfect for a nutritious family meal.

Ingredients

Meat

  • 1 pound ground turkey sausage

Vegetables

  • 2 whole bell peppers bell peppers (sliced into strips)

Pasta

  • 1 pound whole wheat rigatoni (cooked)

Sauce

  • 32 ounces jarred no-sugar added marinara sauce
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 1 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13 inch casserole dish with nonstick spray.
  • Cook turkey sausage in a skillet until browned; add peppers and cook until softened. Stir in cooked rigatoni, marinara, and water.
  • Transfer mixture to casserole dish, top with mozzarella, and bake for 20-30 minutes until cheese is golden.
  • Remove from oven, let sit for 10 minutes, then serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs before serving.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy, Pasta, Sausage