PENNE AND SMOKED SAUSAGE CASSEROLE

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This must-try casserole tastes so good when it's hot and bubbly from the oven. The cheddar french-fried onions lend a cheesy, crunchy touch. -Margaret Wilson, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
1 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1-1/2 cups whole milk
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
1-1/2 cups cheddar french-fried onions, divided
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage over medium heat for 5 minutes; drain. In a large bowl, combine milk and soup. Stir in 1/2 cup onions, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and sausage. Drain pasta; stir into sausage mixture., Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheeses. Bake, uncovered, until cheese is melted, 3-5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 619 calories, Fat 42g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 1522mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.