Best 4 Cavatappi Casserole With Prosciutto And Three Cheeses Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary masterpiece with Cavatappi Casserole, a delectable dish that combines the flavors of Italy with the comfort of a hearty casserole. Featuring succulent prosciutto, a trifecta of melted cheeses, and tender cavatappi pasta, this dish promises an explosion of taste and texture in every bite. Discover three variations of this classic recipe, each offering unique flavor combinations. From a classic Three-Cheese blend to a luscious Spinach and Artichoke version, and a tangy Pesto Cream Sauce option, there's a Cavatappi Casserole to suit every palate.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED CAVATAPPI WITH SAUSAGE



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
8 ounces cavatappi or other corkscrew pasta
12 ounces loose lean turkey sausage
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 small onion, finely diced
1 large clove garlic, grated
2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
1 28-ounce can crushed tomatoes
Freshly ground pepper
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 romaine lettuce heart, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 500˚ F. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook 2 minutes less than the label directs for al dente. Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, cook the sausage in 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up the meat, until browned, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove to a plate using a slotted spoon.
  • Heat 1 more tablespoon olive oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and herbes de Provence and cook 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes, sausage and 1/4 cup of the reserved cooking water; season with salt and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more cooking water. Stir the pasta into the sauce.
  • Whisk the ricotta, 1/4 cup cheese blend, the lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper and 3 tablespoons cooking water in a bowl. Layer half of the pasta and ricotta mixture in an 8-inch square baking dish, then top with the remaining pasta, ricotta mixture and cheese blend. Bake until bubbly, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Toss the lettuce with the lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Serve with the pasta.

CREAMY CAVATAPPI & CHEESE



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Dive fork-first into oodles of noodles baked to bubbly perfection and coated with a to-die-for sharp cheddar cheese sauce in this cavatappi, a grown-up version of mac and cheese. Hot sauce lends mild heat that's delectable with the smoky topping. -Barbara Colucci, Rockledge, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cups uncooked cavatappi or spiral pasta
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
4 cups 2% milk
6 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup cubed Velveeta
3 green onions, chopped
TOPPINGS:
1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
3 thick-sliced bacon strips, cooked and coarsley crumbled
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 green onion, chopped
Coarsely ground pepper, optional

Steps:

  • Cook cavatappi according to package directions., Meanwhile, saute garlic in butter in a Dutch oven. Stir in flour and pepper sauce until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes., Stir in cheeses until melted; add green onions. Drain cavatappi; stir into cheese mixture., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine the bread crumbs, bacon and melted butter; sprinkle over top., Bake, uncovered, at 350° until bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle with green onion and, if desired, pepper.

Nutrition Facts :

CAVATAPPI WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PARMESAN



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This simple pasta toss relies on a few well-chosen, high-quality ingredients. Ensure success with Italian imports: extra-virgin olive oil; buttery imported prosciutto from Parm; and nutty, complex Parmigiano-Reggiano, also from Parma.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb uncooked cavatappi pasta
cooking spray
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 ounce very thin slices prosciutto, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup shaved fresh parmigiano-reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to the package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain in colander over a bowl, reserving 3 tablespoons cooking liquid.
  • Heat pan over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add garlic to pan, and saute 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add reserved 3 tablespoons cooking liquid and pasta to pan; let stand 2 minutes. Stir in parsley, oil, salt, pepper, and prosciutto; sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.

CAVATAPPI WITH PROSCIUTTO AND PARMESAN



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Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound uncooked cavatappi
Cooking spray
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ounce very thin slices prosciutto, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup (1 ounce) shaved fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta according to package directions, omitting salt and fat. Drain in a colander over a bowl, reserving 3 tablespoons cooking liquid. 2. Heat pan over medium heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add garlic to pan, and saute 1 minute. Remove from heat. Add reserved cooking liquid and pasta to pan; let stand 2 minutes. Stir in parsley, oil, salt, pepper, and prosciutto; sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients, such as freshly grated Parmesan cheese and flavorful prosciutto.
  • If you don't have cavatappi pasta, you can substitute another short pasta shape, such as penne or macaroni.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time, assemble it and bake it according to the recipe, then let it cool completely. Cover the casserole and refrigerate it for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the casserole in a 350°F oven until it's warmed through.
  • This casserole is also a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken or turkey.

Conclusion:

This cavatappi casserole with prosciutto and three cheeses is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover cooked chicken or turkey. With its creamy sauce, tender pasta, and flavorful prosciutto, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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