Cheesy Penne Pasta and Smoked Sausage Casserole

Smoked sausage is my new go to meat for a tight budget, so I have been searching for something to use it in besides Jambalaya. I found this recipe in a Taste of Home magazine and loved it! I just had to share it! For a healthier casserole, I use whole wheat pasta, turkey smoked sausage, 98% fat free soup and low fat cheese.

• Ready In: 55 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 2  cups penne pasta, uncooked
• 14  ounces smoked sausage, cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 1 (10 3/4ounce) can  cream of celery soup
• 1 1⁄2 cups  cheddar  French-fried onions, separated (I couldn't find cheddar, so I used regular and it was great)
• 1⁄2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided
• 1⁄2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded, divided

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
2. Meanwhile, brown sausage in a skillet and drain. (I skipped this step since I was using fully cooked turkey smoked sausage and wouldn't have any fat to render).
3. In a large bowl, combine milk and soup.
4. Stir in 1/2 cup onions, 1/4 cup of each cheese, and sausage.
5. Drain pasta and stir into sausage mixture.
6. Transfer to a greased 13 x 9 baking dish.
7. Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.
8. Sprinkle with remaining onions and cheese.
9. Bake, uncovered, 3-5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.