Embark on a culinary journey with cavatini, a captivating pasta that embodies the essence of Italian craftsmanship. Defined by its hollow, shell-like shape, this distinctive pasta variety provides a delightful textural contrast and a perfect canvas for capturing flavorful sauces. Immerse yourself in a symphony of tastes and textures as you explore a collection of delectable cavatini recipes, each a masterpiece in its own right. From the classic simplicity of cavatini with tomato sauce, a timeless combination that showcases the pasta's inherent qualities, to the vibrant burst of flavors in cavatini with pesto, where aromatic basil, nutty pine nuts, and tangy Parmesan cheese come together in perfect harmony. Discover the delightful marriage of cavatini and seafood in a medley of shrimp, scallops, and mussels, bathed in a luscious white wine sauce that elevates the dish to a new level of sophistication. And for a vegetarian delight, cavatini with roasted vegetables presents a vibrant array of colors and flavors, where tender vegetables caramelize in the oven, creating a medley of sweetness and smokiness that pairs beautifully with the pasta's delicate structure.
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CAVATINI PASTA
This cavatini recipe has been in my family as long as I can remember, and it is still a favorite. I love to make it when we have company; it's always a hit -Russ Palmer, Saranac, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 14 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the water, tomato paste, mushrooms, pepperoni, sauce mix and Italian seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour., Meanwhile, for pasta, bring water to a boil in a large saucepan. Add macaroni and pastas. Return to a boil, stirring occasionally. Cook, uncovered, for 10-12 minutes or until tender; drain. Stir into tomato sauce. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish (dish will be full)., Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 903mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
PIZZA HUT CAVATINI COPYCAT
Make and share this Pizza Hut Cavatini Copycat recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Luvs 2 Cook
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 1h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook noodles according to box directions.
- Heat sauce & combine with cooked hamburger and cooked sausage.
- In a 11 X 13 pan, sprayed with Pam cooking spray, layer noodles and sauce. Top layer with pepperoni, onions and green peppers, mushrooms and cheeses. Make about 3 layers and top with cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 45 minutes or until cheese is melted.
CAVATINI
I found this recipe several years ago in Southern Living magazine and it is wonderful! My Mom really loves this so I always have to make it for her on special occasions. This really makes a HUGE amount...but the ingredients could easily be cut in half. Better yet, one dish could be frozen for later use. Enjoy!
Provided by Dreamgoddess
Categories Pork
Time 55m
Yield 2 11x7 inch dishes
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook the beef, sausage, onion and green pepper until brown.
- Drain and set aside.
- Mix the pepperoni, tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, salsa, mushrooms and salad peppers.
- Stir into the meat mixture.
- Add the cooked pasta shells.
- Spoon 1/2 of the mixture into 2 greased 11x7 inch baking dishes.
- Combine the two cheeses and divide the amount in half.
- Take one half of the cheese and sprinkle on top of the meat in each dish.
- Take the remaining 1/2 of the meat mixture and cover the cheese in the two dishes.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.
- Top each dish with the remaining 1/2 of the cheese.
- Bake 5 more minutes or until cheese is bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 3669.5, Fat 192.7, SaturatedFat 81.4, Cholesterol 596.4, Sodium 10441.9, Carbohydrate 279.3, Fiber 22.6, Sugar 72.9, Protein 203.2
EASY CAVATINI
This version of this popular dish is so easy, made with common ingredients and everyone loves it! From the "Lone Star Cookbook 1997-98", Aggie Moms Club, Texarkana TX.
Provided by loof751
Categories European
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Chop the onion and green pepper.
- Cook pastas together; drain well.
- Saute beef, onion, and green pepper until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are soft. Add the pepperoni and heat thoroughly. Drain excess grease.
- Add spaghetti sauce and simmer 5 minutes.
- Spray a 3-qt casserole with cooking spray. Put 1/2 of the pasta in the casserole. Spoon 1/2 of the meat sauce mixture over the pasta. Spoon the container of cottage cheese over the sauce. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese.
- Top with the remaining pasta, then sauce, then mozzarella cheese.
- Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 771.6, Fat 48.3, SaturatedFat 21.2, Cholesterol 174.4, Sodium 1387, Carbohydrate 28.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 9.8, Protein 53.1
CAVATINI II
My Aunt Norma gave me this recipe, and my husband and I love it! Easy to substitute your favorite ingredients like a can of drained black olives.
Provided by Jan O'Leary Merzlak
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta
Time 2h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine green pepper, onion, pepperoni, mushrooms, tomato paste, spaghetti sauce, and garlic. Cover, and simmer for one hour.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Mix together pasta, ricotta, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, and Parmesan. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, alternate pasta and cheese mixture and sauce mixture, ending with sauce. Top with remaining mozzarella.
- Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Cholesterol 66.5 mg, Fat 25.9 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 1234.7 mg, Sugar 10.7 g
MAMMA ANG'S CAVATINI
This cavatini recipe will make your house smell like a pizzeria! We loved using whole wheat pasta, ground turkey, and turkey pepperoni. It helps to make this recipe a little healthier. The contrast of the meat sauce mixed with the creamy meat mixture is perfectly balanced and divine. Butter some garlic bread and toss together a...
Provided by Angie Webb
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Brown ground turkey, onion, and bell pepper. Add pepperoni and sauce.
- 2. Boil all pastas for 10 minutes. Drain.
- 3. Add to meat sauce mixture.
- 4. In a medium bowl, mix 2 cups of mozzarella, the cottage cheese, and Italian seasoning.
- 5. In a 9x13 baking dish, layer almost 1/2 of pasta/meat mixture.
- 6. Then, add a layer of 1/2 cheese mixture.
- 7. Add another layer of pasta/meat (make sure to leave enough for a thin third layer). Add a layer of the rest of the cheese mixture. Top with remaining pasta/meat, and sprinkle on the 1/2 cup of mozzarella.
- 8. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
Tips:
- For the best results, use fresh cavatini pasta. If you can't find cavatini, you can substitute another type of short pasta, such as penne or rigatoni.
- To make the sauce, you can use either fresh or canned tomatoes. If you're using canned tomatoes, be sure to drain them well before adding them to the pan.
- If you don't have any white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
- Be sure to season the sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- If you like a spicier sauce, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Serve the cavatini with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese and a side of garlic bread.
Conclusion:
This cavatini pasta with creamy tomato sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. The creamy tomato sauce is rich and flavorful, and the cavatini pasta is perfectly cooked. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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