Classico® Baked Cavatelli

2 Reviews

Prep: 25 min
Ready In: 55 min

“This quick and easy cavatelli casserole recipe uses simple but tasty ingredients such as fresh mozzarella and sausage.” - by Classico

Ingredients

2 1/3 cups dried cavatelli or wagon wheel macaroni
12 ounces Johnsonville® Italian Mild Sausage Links, sliced 1/2 inch thick
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (24 ounce) jar Classico® Tomato and Basil pasta sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Original recipe yields 5 servings

Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; set aside.
In a large skillet cook the Johnsonville® Italian Mild Sausage, onion, and garlic until sausage is brown; remove from skillet. Drain.
In a large bowl stir together Classico® Tomato and Basil pasta sauce, 3/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese, and the pepper. Add the cooked pasta and the drained sausage mixture. Stir gently to combine. Spoon the mixture into a 2-quart casserole.*
Bake, covered, in a 375 degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until nearly heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake about 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (5 total)

Calories
528 cal
26%

Fat
25.4 g
39%

Carbs
50.8 g
16%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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BARNKITTY

Sep. 23, 2012

"Used mostaccioli, since we had that on hand, a full pound of sausage, a little more sauce, and about a half cup of green peas. Instead of mozzarella, used an 'italian blend' cheese mix. Made an exce..." See morellent dinner."