Cajun Pasta Bake

By: McCormick Kitchens

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Baked penne reaches crazy-good flavor heights with this New Orleans twist. Zatarain’s® Cajun Hot Sauce adds the heat, while andouille sausage brings the smoke. Baked and topped with provolone for a tangy, melty finish, this meal is going to be a hit with the whole fam.

Recipe Info

Prep Time:

10m
Cook Time:

55m
Ingredients:

9
Servings:

12
User Rating:

Ingredients

3 tablespoons butter
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
3 1/2 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup Zatarains Hot Sauce
1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 package (14 ounces) Zatarain’s® Andouille Smoked Sausage, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 cups shredded provolone cheese

Nutrition Information

(per serving)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375°F. Melt butter in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper; cook and stir 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Stir in water, tomatoes and hot sauce. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in pasta and sausage. Pour mixture into 13x9-inch baking dish. Cover with foil.
Bake 40 minutes, stirring halfway through cooking. Remove foil. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.