Loaded with colorful, flavorful roasted veggies, this recipe became an instant hit with us when it was developed in the Country Woman test kitchen. This rustic Italian-inspired casserole is also the perfect main dish “to go”: it transports easily and retains heat well. A great make-ahead, too!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":1490989,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[306302,305271,304292,305487,305334,303966,306848,305353,304268,304026,307514,306297,324623,304020,304005],"categories-v2":[312163,308988,308481,309216,308305,310796,309337,308495,309603,309362,259483,308606,310497,312156,309177,308594,308549],"coauthors":[305],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Cheesy Chicken Pasta Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/chicken-penne-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Chicken-Penne-Casserole_EXPS_FT24_39334_0403_JR_3-e1721987847764.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Chicken Spaghetti Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-chicken-spaghetti-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Hearty-Chicken-Spaghetti-Casserole_EXPS_TOHcom25_47421_DR_01_16_07b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Italian White Bean Soup","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-italian-white-bean-soup\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Hearty-Italian-White-Bean-Soup_EXPS_TOHcom24_175005_MD_P2_08_09_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Italian Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/italian-inspired-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/EXPS_TOHD24_8445_SarahTramonte_5.jpg"},{"post_title":"16 Warm and Cozy Slow Cooker Pasta Recipes","post_link":"\/collection\/slow-cooker-pasta-recipes\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/Slow-Cooker-Sausage-Lasagna_EXPS_SCDW17_184287_B09_21_1b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Pasta Soup Mix","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-pasta-soup-mix\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Hearty-Pasta-Soup-Mix_EXPS_THCA17_34428_C01_27_4b.jpg"},{"post_title":"Chicken Pasta Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/chicken-pasta-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Chicken-Pasta-Casserole_exps29483_SD19999443C04_22_4bC_RMS.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Lentil Spaghetti","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-lentil-spaghetti\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps29016_LTA1132860D168.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Pasta Salad for Two","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-pasta-salad-for-two\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps41950_CFT1437884_D60A.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Bean Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-bean-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps3512_CX2019C49C.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Chicken Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-chicken-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps27472_LT1193262D44A.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Beef and Bean Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-beef-and-bean-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps29193_CFT10609D41.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Pepperoni Pizza Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-pepperoni-pizza-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps34090_TH1112578D41B.jpg"},{"post_title":"Hearty Hamburger Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/hearty-hamburger-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/recipeFallback.jpg"},{"post_title":"Cheesy Pasta Casserole","post_link":"\/recipes\/cheesy-pasta-casserole\/","post_image":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps21599_TH10387D39A.jpg"}],"acf":{"long_pin":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/300x300\/exps28597_CW943667D37B.jpg"},"recipe_schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Recipe","@id":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/hearty-pasta-casserole\/","name":"Hearty Pasta Casserole","datePublished":"2018-01-01","dateModified":"2022-10-04","prepTime":"PT45M","cookTime":"PT35M","totalTime":"PT01H20M","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/exps28597_CW943667D37B.jpg","height":300,"width":300},"recipeCategory":["Dinner"],"description":"Loaded with colorful, flavorful roasted veggies, this recipe became an instant hit with us when it was developed in the Country Woman test kitchen. This rustic Italian-inspired casserole is also the perfect main dish \"to go\": it transports easily and retains heat well. A great make-ahead, too!","recipeIngredient":["2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash","1\/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved","1 medium onion, cut into wedges","2 teaspoons olive oil","1 package (13-1\/4 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta","1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed","2 garlic cloves, minced","2 cans (14-1\/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes","2 tablespoons tomato paste","1-1\/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided","1\/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese, divided"],"recipeInstructions":[{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"In a large bowl, combine the squash, Brussels sprouts and onion; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Spread vegetables in a single layer in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425\u00b0 for 30-40 minutes or until tender."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer; drain. Add tomatoes and tomato paste; cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Drain pasta and return to the pan. Add sausage mixture, 1 cup mozzarella, 1\/4 cup Asiago and roasted vegetables."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350\u00b0 for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted."}],"recipeYield":"8 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Taste Recipes Editorial Team"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 416 calories","fatContent":"13g fat (5g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"47mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"816mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"53g carbohydrate (11g sugars","fiberContent":"7g fiber)","proteinContent":"24g protein. "},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4,"reviewCount":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"Europe, Italian","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"erinchelsea"},"reviewBody":"I thought this was pretty good- but a lot of work for something that's not fabulous. Next time I will probably just make it with spaghetti sauce. It could use some more seasonings & definitely some salt.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-04-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Cheri LW","givenName":"Cheri","familyName":"LW"},"reviewBody":"Loved this recipe. Even got my 4 year old to clean his plate even. I microwaved the brussel sprouts, squash, and onions instead of baking which saved quite a bit of time. I have already made it again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Summersh"},"reviewBody":"Ok, not great.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"28597","romance_copy_dek":"Loaded with colorful, flavorful roasted veggies, this recipe became an instant hit with us when it was developed in the Country Woman test kitchen. This rustic Italian-inspired casserole is also the perfect main dish \"to go\": it transports easily and retains heat well. A great make-ahead, too!","enhanced_recipe_title":"Hearty Pasta Casserole","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash","IngredientText":"2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved","IngredientText":"1\/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 medium onion, cut into wedges","IngredientText":"1 medium onion, cut into wedges"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 teaspoons olive oil","IngredientText":"2 teaspoons olive oil"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 package (13-1\/4 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta","IngredientText":"1 package (13-1\/4 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed","IngredientText":"1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 garlic cloves, minced","IngredientText":"2 garlic cloves, minced"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 cans (14-1\/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes","IngredientText":"2 cans (14-1\/2 ounces each) Italian stewed tomatoes"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"2 tablespoons tomato paste","IngredientText":"2 tablespoons tomato paste"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1-1\/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided","IngredientText":"1-1\/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese, divided","IngredientText":"1\/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese, divided"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/300x300\/exps28597_CW943667D37B.jpg","RecipeId":28597,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Hearty Pasta Casserole Recipe photo by Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"exps28597_CW943667D37B.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Taste Recipes","Lastname":"Test Kitchen","City":"Milwaukee","StateDescription":"Wisconsin","IsCommunityCook":false,"ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep: 45 min. Bake: 35 min.","MinimumServingQuantity":8,"MaximumServingQuantity":8,"Yield":"8 servings.","DigitalTitle":"Hearty Pasta Casserole","SubmittedTitle":"Penne with Sausage and Roasted Vegetables","RecipeTypeId":1,"AverageRating":4,"WebPublishedDate":"1\/1\/2018 12:00:00 AM","ContestPlacementId":null,"FbImage":"","PreparationTimeInMinutes":45,"CookTimeInMinutes":35,"TotalTimeInMinutes":80,"ServingDescription":null,"IsTestKitchenCertified":true,"IsContestWinner":false,"IsFieldEditorRecipe":false,"IsCommunityRecipe":false,"PublishedProjectTitle":"Hearty Pasta Casserole","OriginalSourceProject":"Hearty Pasta Casserole","ContestPlacement":"","Trailer":null,"Metadescription":null,"AboutRecipeTitle":null,"AboutRecipe":null,"DigitalHeadnotes":"Loaded with colorful, flavorful roasted veggies, this recipe became an instant hit with us when it was developed in the Country Woman test kitchen. This rustic Italian-inspired casserole is also the perfect main dish \"to go\": it transports easily and retains heat well. A great make-ahead, too!","FreezerDirections":"","FreezerDirectionsTitle":"","HTMLTitle":null,"RecipeVersionNumber":null,"WorkflowStatusId":9,"Directions":[{"Direction":"In a large bowl, combine the squash, Brussels sprouts and onion; drizzle with oil and toss to coat. Spread vegetables in a single layer in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425\u00b0 for 30-40 minutes or until tender. ","SequenceNo":1},{"Direction":" Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer; drain. Add tomatoes and tomato paste; cook and stir over medium heat until slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. ","SequenceNo":2},{"Direction":" Drain pasta and return to the pan. Add sausage mixture, 1 cup mozzarella, 1\/4 cup Asiago and roasted vegetables. ","SequenceNo":3},{"Direction":" Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 350\u00b0 for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.","SequenceNo":4}],"RecipeTaxonomies":{"Budget":[],"CookingStyle":[{"Name":"Cooking Style","ID":0},{"Name":"Baked Pasta","ID":111670},{"Name":"Baked Turkey","ID":111680},{"Name":"Baking Recipes","ID":111650}],"Course":[{"Name":"Course","ID":0},{"Name":"Dinner Recipes","ID":94278},{"Name":"Pasta & Sauces","ID":94794},{"Name":"Turkey Dinner Recipes","ID":94826}],"Cuisine":[{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0},{"Name":"Asian Dinners","ID":89452},{"Name":"Asian Recipes","ID":89444},{"Name":"Cuisine","ID":0},{"Name":"Indian Recipes","ID":89660},{"Name":"Italian Dinners","ID":89708},{"Name":"Italian Recipes","ID":89684}],"HealthyEating":[],"HolidaysAndCelebrations":[],"Ingredients":[{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":0},{"Name":"Butternut Squash Recipes","ID":100473},{"Name":"Onions","ID":102029},{"Name":"Pasta Dinners","ID":100649},{"Name":"Pasta Recipes","ID":100653},{"Name":"Roasted Turkey","ID":100741},{"Name":"Squash Recipes","ID":100493},{"Name":"Turkey Dinners","ID":100745},{"Name":"Turkey Recipes","ID":100533}],"Kids":[],"PartnerRecipes":[],"Publications":[{"Name":"Publication","ID":0},{"Name":"Country Woman Dinner Recipes","ID":107325},{"Name":"Country Woman Recipes","ID":107253},{"Name":"View All Country Woman Recipes","ID":107353}],"WinningRecipes":[],"Tags":[{"Name":"Cuisines","ID":305271},{"Name":"Europe","ID":305334},{"Name":"Italian","ID":305353},{"Name":"Dishes & Beverages","ID":305487},{"Name":"Baked Pasta","ID":306302},{"Name":"Pasta Dishes","ID":306297},{"Name":"Gear","ID":303966},{"Name":"Non-stick Skillet","ID":304026},{"Name":"Skillet","ID":304020},{"Name":"Stovetop Cookware","ID":304005},{"Name":"Ingredients","ID":306848},{"Name":"Pasta","ID":307514},{"Name":"Meal Types","ID":304268},{"Name":"Dinner","ID":304292},{"Name":"Recipes","ID":324623}]},"ContributorTypeId":1,"NutritionalAnalyisParagraph":"1-1\/4 cups: 416 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 816mg sodium, 53g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 7g fiber), 24g protein. ","NoOfRatings":3,"GoogleImage16x9":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImages\/exps28597_CW943667D37B.jpg","GoogleImage4x3":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/GoogleImagesPostCard\/exps28597_CW943667D37B.jpg","DefaultImageYn":false,"NativeRecipeTemplate":false,"IsMsn":false,"PinterestImage":"","CarouselImages":[],"SponsorLogoImage":"","SponsorID":"","GlobalCookingTips":[],"RecipeSpecificCookingTips":[],"CommentCount":3,"RatingCount":4,"RecipeCommentDetails":[{"Comment":"
Ok, not great.<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"12\/20\/2015 14:41","GUID":"230b69e20ffc4c0cb29fd5c9245a77c6","MemberId":6640270,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Summersh","SubmittedDate":"12\/20\/2015 14:41"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"04\/23\/2013 20:36","GUID":"1944a71313a1424e91d08911da2e12ff","MemberId":4985357,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"jenni_leigh","SubmittedDate":"04\/23\/2013 20:36"},{"Comment":"
Loved this recipe. Even got my 4 year old to clean his plate even. I microwaved the brussel sprouts, squash, and onions instead of baking which saved quite a bit of time. I have already made it again.<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"11\/15\/2009 08:59","GUID":"4273caffbe7f4fd79b9a587dc8a13122","MemberId":2683752,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Cheri LW","SubmittedDate":"04\/03\/2010 21:40"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"01\/30\/2010 12:13","GUID":"C34D764544118A8606860D5464275212","MemberId":146806,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"daisey5","SubmittedDate":"01\/30\/2010 12:13"},{"Comment":"
I thought this was pretty good- but a lot of work for something that's not fabulous. Next time I will probably just make it with spaghetti sauce. It could use some more seasonings & definitely some salt.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"10\/27\/2009 18:44","GUID":"32df30062a844cd283baa899d26295c4","MemberId":4255376,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"erinchelsea","SubmittedDate":"10\/27\/2009 18:44"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":44016,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":312156,"name":"Pasta Dishes","slug":"pasta-dishes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312091,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Simmer a cozy supper with these pasta dish recipes, including vegetarian pasta recipes for meatless Monday.","parent":310796,"count":2968,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/"},{"term_id":312163,"name":"Baked Pasta","slug":"baked-pasta","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":312098,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Looking for baked pasta recipes? Find baked pasta recipes including baked penne pasta, baked pasta casserole, and more baked pasta recipes.","parent":312156,"count":687,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/pasta-dishes\/baked-pasta\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Hearty Pasta Casserole"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n