ZENB Breakfast Pasta Bake

SERVES 10

PREP TIME 15 minutes

COOK TIME 30 minutes

TOTAL TIME 45 minutes

Nutrition Facts

NUTRITION FACTS

Serving Size: 234g
Servings: 10

Calories: 310

Amount per Serving*% Daily Value
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol250mg83%
Sodium640mg28%
Carbohydrates26g9%
Dietary Fiber5g18%
Total Sugar2g
Protein23g
Vitamin A 15%
Vitamin C 15%
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 180mg 15%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 345mg 8%
* Nutrition information is estimated based on the ingredients and cooking instructions as described in each recipe and is intended to be used for informational purposes only. Please note that nutrition details may vary based on methods of preparation, origin and freshness of ingredients used.

FEATURED IN RECIPE


ZENB Pasta Variety

Pasta for breakfast can now be a staple in your household by trying ZENB Breakfast Pasta Bake. This combination is perfect to impress guests for an easy breakfast or brunch. ZENB Elbows Pasta makes a hearty dish combined with italian chicken sausage, incredible eggs and melty cheese. Serve this with some nice toasty bread and your favorite breakfast drink for a mouthwatering crowd pleaser.

INGREDIENTS

  • 12 ounces ZENB Yellow Pea Elbows Pasta, uncooked
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 12 ounces fully-cooked Italian chicken sausage, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
  • 2 large green bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 teaspoon each kosher salt & ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 10 eggs, beaten
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives

INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Preheat oven to 375°F. Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain.

2.

Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook 4-5 minutes until browned. Stir in peppers, onions, salt & pepper. Cook 5 minutes, or until softened.

3.

Transfer sausage mixture to 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Combine eggs, pasta and half the mozzarella in large bowl. Spoon over sausage mixture in baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 25-30 minutes or until eggs are set. Remove from oven; let stand 10 minutes before serving sprinkled with chives.

Tasty Tips

Substitute sliced mushrooms for the sausage to make this a meatless dish.

Substitute your favorite shape of ZENB Pasta made with 100% Yellow Peas for the ZENB Elbows Pasta.

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