BAKED PASTA WITH KALE

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From Woman's Day: Kale is a hearty, versatile winter green that's also a superfood. Adding it to some of your favorite recipes, like this classic baked penne, gives even your most comforting dishes a serious nutrient boost.

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Categories     Penne

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb penne, whole wheat (or other short pasta)
1 lb kale, stems discarded and leaves cut into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
20 ounces turkey sausage, Italian, casings removed
1 onion, chopped
kosher salt
pepper
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup milk, 1%
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
4 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 ounces parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Cook the pasta according to package directions, adding the kale during the last 3 minutes of cooking. Drain the pasta and kale and return it to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until beginning to brown, 5 to 6 minutes; transfer to a bowl.
  • Add the onion and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to the skillet, season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and cook, covered, stirring occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Sprinkle the flour over the onion mixture and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Stirring constantly, gradually add the milk. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, 2 to 3 minutes; stir in the crushed red pepper.
  • Add the sauce to the pasta and kale and toss to coat. Add the sausage, tomatoes, ricotta and mozzarella and toss to combine. Transfer the pasta mixture to a 3-quart or 9- by 13-inch casserole dish. Sprinkle with the Parmesan and bake until heated through and golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 784.5, Fat 36.4, SaturatedFat 11.3, Cholesterol 188.2, Sodium 918.5, Carbohydrate 79.6, Fiber 11.1, Sugar 3, Protein 37.8

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