Pasta Bake with Sausage Broccoli and Beans

Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Pasta Bake with Sausage, Broccoli, and Beans—a hearty, comforting dish that delivers bold flavors and wholesome ingredients in every bite. Featuring al dente pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy tomato sauce infused with garlic and a hint of spice, this casserole is packed with savory Italian sausage, tender broccoli florets, and protein-rich white beans. Topped with a luscious layer of melted mozzarella and a sprinkle of Parmesan, it bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 25 minutes. Perfect for feeding a hungry family or meal prepping for the week, this easy pasta bake is a crowd-pleasing favorite you’ll make again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 12 ounces dry pasta (penne or rigatoni)
• 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1 can (15 ounces) canned white beans (e.g., cannellini or Great Northern), drained and rinsed
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) canned diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the Italian sausage to the skillet, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes (if using). Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the diced tomatoes and heavy cream to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, then stir in the broccoli florets and canned white beans. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still bright green.

Step 8

Combine the cooked pasta with the sausage and broccoli mixture. Add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper, and mix well to coat the pasta in the sauce.

Step 9

Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of the pasta.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Step 12

Let the pasta bake cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2331.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4449.4

Total Fat 243.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 611.0mg	0%
Sodium 8673.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 357.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 207.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2685.1mg	0%
Iron 25.0mg	0%
Potassium 4155.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.2%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 32.1%