Penne and Smoked Sausage

By HeatherS

Ingredients

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

Preparation

Step 1

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 cheese, peas and sausage. Drain pasta; stir into sausage mixture.

Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheese. Bake, uncovered, 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Yield: 6 servings.