Cheesy Tomato Penne Bake

If you love cheesy goodness and pasta as much as I do then you will love this recipe!  I am always on the lookout for new recipes, cookbooks, friends, online, you name it, I've looked there.  However, I found this particular recipe when I was looking through the Sunday coupons.  It makes a lot so it is perfect for potlucks, get togethers, or if you just want leftovers.  And if you are in a hurry this recipe is the perfect make ahead-cook later kind of recipe. 

 In, this picture I had halved the recipe.


Ingredients:
12 oz. penne or rotini (3 cups) uncooked
1 lb. Italian sausage
2 cans (14.5 oz. each) Diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano, undrained
2 cans (15 oz.) tomato sauce
2 packages (8oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese, divided


Directions:
1.  Cook pasta according to package directions.  Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 
2.  Meanwhile, brown meat in a large deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.  Drain.  Stir in tomatoes and tomato sauce, bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; simmer uncovered 8 minutes.
3.  Drain pasta; return to same pot.  Add meat mixture; toss well.  Add 3 cups of the cheese, toss again.  Spray 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.  Pour pasta mixture into dish; top with remaining 1 cup cheese.  Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven 20 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

ENJOY!