BAKED ZITI WITH ITALIAN SAUSAGE

Baked Ziti with Italian Sausage image

Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (19 ounces) Johnsonville Italian Sweet Sausage Links
8 ounces penne pasta (about 2 1/2 cups), cooked and drained
1 jar (26 ounces) pasta sauce
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 package (10 ounces) frozen garlic bread, ends removed and cut into 9 slices
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
2 medium Roma tomatoes, cut into slices
9 fresh basil leaves

Steps:

Cook sausage links according to package directions; drain, cut into ¼-inch slices.
In a large bowl, combine sausage slices, pasta, pasta sauce, water, basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, pepper and mix well.
Spoon mixture into a greased 9-in. x 13-in. x 2-in. baking dish.
Arrange garlic bread slices on top of meat mixture.
Sprinkle evenly with mozzarella cheese.
In a small bowl, dip tomato slices into olive oil.
Place one slice of tomato on each piece of bread.
Bake uncovered, at 400°F for 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with basil leaves. Serve.