RIGATONI AND ITALIAN SAUSAGE BAKE (POTLUCK)

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This recipe was given to me many years ago by a neighbor. Everyone loves it and it is great to bring to cook-outs as it feeds alot of people. Easy and good and everyone always asks for the recipe. Hope you enjoy it ! Great to bring to a potluck gathering !!!!

Provided by Carol Junkins

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 c olive oil or salad oil
1 lb italian sausage (sliced)
1 large onion
1 clove garlic
1 large green pepper, yellow or orange chopped and cooked with onion and sausage
1 lb mushrooms (sliced)
1 lb rigatoni pasta
1/2 c grated parmesan cheese
1/4 lb morzzarella cheese (cubed or sliced)
11/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1-6oz can(s) tomato paste
3 c water
1 tsp oregano
1 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oil and saute onion, garlic and sausage slices until meat is brown. Add remaining ingredients (except rigatoni and cheeses) and bring to boil. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Cook rigatoni, drain and rinse it.
  • 2. Don't forget to sprinkle your parmesan and slice your morzzarella on top before you bake. Wrap tin foil tightly on top of 13x9" greased casserole you want to keep the moisture in.
  • 3. Heat oven to 400 degrees - Put cooked rigatoni in greased casserole dish, cover with meat and sauce. Add cheeses Parm. and sliced or cubed morz) Bake 20 min. covered with foil. Spray the foil with oil so it won't stick to food.

AAMIR SARDAR
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This recipe is a little bland for my taste. I think it could have used more garlic and Italian seasoning.


Mhd Sadhir (stylish)
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I'm not a big fan of Italian sausage, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The sausage was flavorful and the pasta was cooked perfectly.


Jeni Santos
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit at parties. Everyone loves the cheesy, sausage-filled pasta.


Nusrat Nusrat Akthr
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This recipe is a little time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. It's a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for a special occasion.


Faton Alija
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I sprinkled some grated Parmesan cheese on top of this dish before serving. It added a nice touch.


Prajwal Budhathoki
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I'm not a fan of bell peppers, so I omitted them from this recipe. It was still very flavorful.


Binay Bhusal
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I made this recipe in a slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. I just cooked it on low for 6 hours.


Broccoli Animations
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover Italian sausage.


vanessa post
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I'm not a fan of ricotta cheese, so I used cottage cheese instead. It was still very good.


Andre Sanchez
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I've made this recipe with different types of pasta and it always turns out great. I like to use penne or rotini.


Luna Swartz
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This recipe was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it.


Leandro Markakolej
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I added some chopped spinach to this recipe for an extra boost of nutrition.


Topup Center
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I'm not a big fan of Italian sausage, so I used ground beef instead. It was still delicious.


Ijbkgjh Yfufjfh
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I made this recipe for my family and they all loved it. Even my picky kids ate it without complaint.


Fjy Dhg
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I followed the recipe exactly and my dish turned out perfectly. The pasta was al dente and the sauce was flavorful.


Justin Verville
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This dish was a little bland for my taste. I think it could have used more seasoning.


Chaddhar Sahib
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable.


BADI DJABRI
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This recipe was a hit at my potluck! Everyone loved the cheesy, sausage-filled pasta.