MEATY PASTA CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Meaty Pasta Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by WINNIE246

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 casseroles, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb penne pasta
1 lb ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage
1 3/4 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Italian-style diced tomatoes
1 (25 5/8 ounce) jar italian sausage spaghetti sauce
1 (16 ounce) jar chunky mild salsa
1 (8 ounce) package sliced pepperoni, chopped
1 cup shredded swiss cheese
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
1 (26 ounce) jar three-cheese pasta sauce

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to directions.
  • Meanwhile, in a Dutch Oven, cook the ground beef, sausage, mushrooms, onion, and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Drain pasta; add to the meat mixture.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, sausage and garlic spaghetti sauce, salsa, and pepperoni.
  • Divide half of pasta mixture between two greased 13X9 in baking dishes.
  • Sprinkle each with1/4 cup swiss cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/3 cup parmesan cheese.
  • Spread 3/4 cup three-cheese spaghetti sauce over each.
  • Top with remaining pasta mixture and three-cheese spaghetti sauce. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses.
  • Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months.
  • Cover and bake remaining casserole for 25 minute at 350 degrees. Uncover, bake 10min longer or until cheeses melt.
  • To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. remove from fridge 30 min before baking. Cover and bske at 350 degrees for 45 minute Uncover and bake 10 min or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750.3, Fat 42.6, SaturatedFat 20.4, Cholesterol 137, Sodium 1869.5, Carbohydrate 44, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 6.1, Protein 48.1

HM Atiqul islam
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can throw it together in no time.


Nhors Venos
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This casserole is always a hit at my potlucks. I usually make a double batch so that I have leftovers.


jack ls
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I made this casserole for my friends and they all raved about it. They said it was the best pasta casserole they had ever had.


Shaza Mkanna
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This recipe is a great starting point, but I like to add my own personal touches. I usually add some chopped bell peppers and onions to the sauce.


Saif R
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my casserole turned out dry. I think I might have overcooked the pasta.


Bill Toney
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great. I would definitely make this again.


OGECHI Iloh
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Sunil Mahaly
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This casserole was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but my kids loved it.


Chukwuemeka Cynthia
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I'm not a big fan of pasta casseroles, but this one was really good. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Ramble On
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I made this casserole for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


mohammed nasr
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This casserole is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Wani pi
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add whatever vegetables or meat I have on hand.


Nathaniel Cobbinah
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This recipe is a keeper! It's a great way to use up leftover pasta and it's also a great meal for a potluck.


Devraj Thapa Magar
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I was short on time so I used a jar of pasta sauce instead of making my own. It still turned out great!


Mb Bijoy
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This casserole was so easy to make and it tasted amazing! I will definitely be making this again.


Dogo Sweat
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I added some chopped spinach and mushrooms to this recipe and it was delicious! I also used whole wheat pasta and it worked out great.


Mrjunaid Malik
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a quick and easy meal that my whole family loves.


Marinette
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This casserole was a hit with my family! The pasta was cooked perfectly, the sauce was flavorful, and the cheese was melted and gooey. I would definitely make this again.


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