Best 11 Spicy Pasta Casserole With Sausage Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Spicy Pasta Casserole with Sausage, a dish that tantalizes taste buds with its exquisite flavors and textures. This hearty casserole seamlessly blends the richness of sausage with the comforting embrace of pasta, enveloped in a luscious tomato-based sauce that delivers a delightful kick of spice. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the depths of this delectable dish, exploring its zesty components and unveiling the secrets behind its captivating charm. From the perfect balance of spices to the selection of delectable sausage and pasta, every element contributes to a symphony of flavors that will leave you craving for more. Ready your palate for an explosion of taste as we uncover the culinary magic of Spicy Pasta Casserole with Sausage.

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BAKED ZITI WITH SAUSAGE



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This bubbling baked ziti is perfect for feeding a crowd, and it freezes well too.

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ziti noodles
1.5 lbs ground spicy or sweet Italian sausage (or removed from casings)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 teaspoon salt
1½ teaspoons sugar
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup heavy cream
⅓ cup plus 3 tablespoons grated pecorino Romano (or Parmigiano Reggiano) cheese, divided
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil, plus more for serving
8 oz whole milk mozzarella cheese, shredded (about 2 cups)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the ziti according to the package directions for very al dente, about 7 minutes. (It will continue to cook in the oven so you want to undercook it just a bit.) Drain and add the pasta back to the pot. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F and set the oven rack in the middle position.
  • Heat a large sauté pan (preferably nonstick) over medium-high heat. Crumble the sausage into the pan and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until lightly browned and just cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked sausage to a plate. Drain all but 1 tablespoon of the fat from the pan and set over low heat (if you don't have enough fat in the pan, add a tablespoon of olive oil). Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until soft but not browned, about 1 minute. Add the crushed tomatoes, salt, sugar and red pepper flakes and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
  • Add the cream, ⅓ cup of the pecorino Romano, cooked sausage, and basil to the pan; stir until evenly combined. Carefully pour the contents of the sauté pan into the large pot with the pasta and gently stir to combine. Spoon half of the mixture into a 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half of the shredded mozzarella and half the remaining pecorino Romano. Spoon the remaining pasta mixture on top and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and pecorino Romano. Transfer to the oven and bake, uncovered, until the cheese has melted and browned, 15 to 20 minutes. Sprinkle with more basil and serve.
  • Make-Ahead/Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The dish can be assembled, covered, and refrigerated for up to 2 days in advance, or frozen for up to 3 months. (If frozen, defrost in the refrigerator overnight.) Whether refrigerated or frozen and defrosted, bake, covered tightly with aluminum foil, in a 425°F oven for 25 minutes. Then uncover and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, until the cheese is lightly browned and the pasta is hot throughout.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613, Fat 38 g, Carbohydrate 43 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sugar 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Sodium 913 mg, Cholesterol 111 mg

THREE CHEESE AND SPICY SAUSAGE BAKED PASTA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Two 28-ounce cans plum tomatoes, crushed by hand
1 cup chopped fresh basil, plus 4 large fresh basil sprigs
1 pound dried rigatoni
1 pound spicy Italian sausage, casings removed
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 1/2 cups shredded provolone
1 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Heat 2 tablespoons of the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until the garlic is golden, about 2 minutes. Add both cans of the tomatoes and 1 cup water. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer. Reduce the heat slightly, add the basil sprigs and simmer rapidly, uncovered, until thickened, 15 to 20 minutes. Discard basil and stir in the chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • While the sauce simmers, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon, until brown, about 5 minutes. Transfer the sausage to a large bowl with a slotted spoon.
  • Cook the rigatoni in the salted boiling water until very al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package directions instruct. Drain the pasta and add it to the large bowl.
  • Add the tomato sauce and half each of the mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan cheeses to the bowl and stir well to combine. Transfer the pasta-sausage mixture to a 3- to 4-quart baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella, provolone and Parmesan cheeses. Bake, uncovered, until browned, about 15 minutes. Let the pasta rest about 10 minutes before serving.
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SPICY SAUSAGE PENNE CASSEROLE



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Make a spicy version of macaroni and cheese, with mini penne pasta, smoked andouille sausage, onion, cheese, and Creole seasoning.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Dinner     Entree     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces mini penne pasta, or elbow macaroni
12 to 16 ounces smoked andouille sausage, thinly sliced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, or red; chopped
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 cups milk
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Topping:
1/2 to 1 cup soft fine bread crumbs
2 to 3 teaspoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Cook pasta following package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan or skillet, cook the andouille sausage with the onion and bell pepper until the onions are translucent. Remove the sausage mixture to a plate and set aside. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Lightly grease a 2-quart casserole or spray with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Over medium heat melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet you used to cook the vegetables. Stir in the flour until blended.
  • Gradually add the milk and Creole seasoning to the skillet. Cook, stirring constantly until thickened.
  • Add the cheese and stir until melted. Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed.
  • Stir in the drained pasta and sausage mixture.
  • Spoon the pasta into the prepared casserole.
  • Mix the bread crumbs with the butter and sprinkle it over the top of the casserole.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until topping is browned and casserole is bubbly.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 817 kcal, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 131 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, Sodium 1349 mg, Fat 49 g, ServingSize 1 casserole (5 to 6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 20 g

SAUSAGE AND PEPPERONI PIZZA PASTA



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Quick-prep veggies and simple seasonings get this saucy meat-lover's pizza casserole on the table pronto. It's great for potlucks, too, as it can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a large group. -Julie Glisson Zdero, Racine, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cups uncooked penne pasta
3 Italian sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
3-1/2 cups water
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
2 envelopes thick and zesty spaghetti sauce mix
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook penne according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook the sausage, mushrooms, pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and the vegetables are tender; drain and remove from pan., Cook pepperoni in the same pan until heated through. Return sausage mixture to the pan., Stir in the water, tomato paste, spaghetti sauce mix, olives, oil and garlic salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes to allow flavors to blend., Drain pasta; stir into sausage mixture. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 26g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SPICY PASTA CASSEROLE WITH SAUSAGE



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This has to be one of my boys favorite dishes of all time. It is even better the second night and that is saying a lot! I try to make extra and freeze for a quick week night meal. Toss a salad, slice some bread and you have a wonderful hearty full of flavor and love meal.

Provided by Sue Adame

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 can(s) fire roasted diced tomatoes with garlic
1 can(s) diced tomatoes with oregano,basil and garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small zucchini, diced
2 Tbsp italian seasoning
4 links hot italian sausage
1 lb ground beef
2 Tbsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1 c cremini mushrooms, chopped
salt and pepper
1/2 lb mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 lb rigatoni pasta, uncooked

Steps:

  • 1. In a large pot brown the ground beef with sausage(remove sausage from casing and break apart as you brown it) add onion,garlic,red pepper flakes,and italian seasoning. Cook until the onion is translucent.
  • 2. Add to the ground beef and sausage the fire roasted tomatoes along with the regular diced tomatoes. Stir to blend well.
  • 3. Once blended add your zucchini, green peppers, mushrooms, salt and pepper to taste. Cover with lid and let simmer approx 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Meanwhile cook pasta according to directions for al dente. Drain but do not rinse.
  • 5. Preheat oven to 350. Put pasta in a 9 x 13 casserole dish. Add pasta sauce a ladle at a time, mixing after each ladle (there will be sauce left over) until you reach your desired consistency. "I say this because some like it saucy while others prefer less"
  • 6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top and bake 30 - 40 minutes until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbling. Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with grated Parmesan cheese on the side.

PENNE & SAUSAGE CASSEROLES



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Cheese, sausage and mushrooms make this casserole a consistent hit. It comes together quickly and feeds a crowd, too. -John Venturino, Concord, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1-1/2 pounds uncooked penne pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 large onion, chopped
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1-1/2 cups dry red wine or beef broth, divided
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup beef broth
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 cups shredded fontina cheese
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain and set aside., In the same Dutch oven, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic and oregano; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in 1 cup wine. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, sausage and remaining wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes., Drain pasta. Spread 1/2 cup sauce in each of two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Divide half of the pasta between the dishes; layer each with 2-1/2 cups sauce and 1 cup each of the cheeses. Repeat layers., Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 756mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SAUSAGE PASTA CASSEROLE



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the baking dish
Kosher salt
1 pound rigatoni
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from the casings
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium bulb fennel, trimmed, cored and sliced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 28-ounce can whole tomatoes, crushed by hand
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, coarsely chopped
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 ounces)
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (1 ounce)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Brush a shallow 3-quart baking dish with olive oil. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook until very al dente; you still want it to retain a little bite. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the sausage and cook and crumble with a wooden spoon until no longer pink, about 4 minutes. Add the onion and fennel; cook until softened, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomatoes and season with salt. Bring to a simmer and add the cream. If the sauce is too thick, add a little water from the pasta. Turn up the heat to medium high and simmer rapidly to thicken the sauce and blend the flavors, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the rigatoni and basil and toss to coat the pasta with the sauce. Remove from the heat and stir in half each of the mozzarella and parmesan. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella and parmesan. Bake until browned and bubbly, 15 to 20 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before serving.

SPICY SAUSAGE PASTA BAKE



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An easy Sausage Pasta Bake made with Italian sausages in a creamy tomato sauce. Ready from start to finish in under 30 minutes, it's perfect for weeknights. Topped with bubbling, melted mozzarella cheese it's the ultimate comfort food meal!

Provided by Emily Kemp

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups rigatoni pasta or another short pasta shape ((14 oz/400g))
7 oz Italian sausages ((200g))
2 cloves garlic (, finely chopped)
1/2 cup mascarpone ((100g))
2 1/2 cups passata/crushed strained tomatoes ((700g))
1/2 cup reserved pasta water ((125ml))
1 ball fresh mozzarella ((4.4oz/125g))
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes ((chilli flakes))
1 tsp oregano
salt and pepper
1 small bunch basil for garnish ( (optional))

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F/180F. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and boil the pasta around 3 minutes less than advised on the packet instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup (125ml) of pasta water.
  • Squeeze the sausages out of their skins and brown in the pan on a medium heat. Add the finely chopped garlic, chili flakes, and oregano. Stir into the sausages and fry for 1 minute.
  • Add the passata (crushed strained tomatoes) along with the reserved pasta water and a good pinch of salt and pepper, simmer for around 5 minutes.
  • Turn the heat off and add the mascarpone, stir the sauce until the mascarpone is mixed in thoroughly.
  • Drain the pasta and add to the sauce, mix until it's completely coated. Transfer the pasta to an ovenproof baking dish and top with mozzarella. Bake in the oven for around 7-8 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted and bubbling. Serve with torn basil (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 kcal, Carbohydrate 60 g, Protein 24 g, Fat 28 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Cholesterol 74 mg, Sodium 524 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SAUSAGE PASTA CASSEROLE



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"This recipe is so flexible," says Shirley Howden of Essexville, Michigan. "You can use beef or Italian sausage, and your favorite vegetables and cheese." It's also easy to double for company.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 uncooked lasagna noodles
1/3 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 pound smoked sausage, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup meatless spaghetti sauce
1/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, cook the beef, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Drain and rinse pasta in cold water. Cut pasta into 3-in. pieces. Stir the pasta, sausage and spaghetti sauce into meat mixture., Transfer to an 8x4-in. loaf pan coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with cheeses. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 879mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SAUSAGE PASTA



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Tomato, onion and garlic pasta sauce with sausage chunks for a bit of substance - brilliant for students (and as a hangover cure)

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Snack

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tbsp olive oil
packet of 8 pork sausages (the best your budget will allow), cut into chunky pieces
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tsp chilli powder
400g can chopped tomatoes
300g short pasta such as fusilli or farfalle (just over half a 500g bag)

Steps:

  • Put a large pan of water on to boil.
  • Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large frying pan and fry chunky pieces of 8 pork sausages on a fairly high heat until they are golden brown all over.
  • Now turn the heat down and add 1 large chopped onion and 2 crushed garlic cloves, cooking them until they have softened.
  • Stir in 1 tsp chilli powder and 400g chopped tomatoes with the sausages, bring the sauce to the boil then turn the heat down and let it bubble for about 10 minutes while you cook the pasta.
  • Drop 300g pasta into the pan of boiling water and cook according to the pack instructions.
  • Drain the pasta, then tip it into the frying pan with the sausage sauce, mixing well to coat. Dish up immediately with crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 30 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 74 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 24 grams protein, Sodium 2.77 milligram of sodium

CHEESY BAKED PASTA WITH SAUSAGE AND RICOTTA



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Like a cross between baked ziti and sausage lasagna, this mozzarella-topped pasta is rich with ricotta and crushed tomatoes - and cooks entirely in one pan, including the pasta. The Italian sausage adds meaty depth to the sauce, but vegetarians can leave it out or use their favorite plant-based sausage instead.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3/4 pound bulk hot or mild Italian sausage (pork, chicken or turkey)
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds, coarsely crushed
Pinch of red-pepper flakes, plus more for serving (optional)
1 (28-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes with their juices
1 (14-ounce) can crushed or strained tomatoes
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
12 ounces dried pasta, such as small shells, farfalle or other shaped pasta
8 ounces fresh mozzarella, torn into bite-size pieces
6 ounces whole-milk ricotta (about 3/4 cup)
1/3 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup basil leaves
Black pepper, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Heat oil in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet over medium-high. Crumble sausage into skillet, using a spoon to break it into small pieces. Cook until starting to brown, stirring occasionally, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in garlic, oregano, fennel seeds and red-pepper flakes (if using), and cook another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in whole tomatoes and their juice, using a spoon to break them up. Add crushed tomatoes, bay leaves and 2 teaspoons salt, and bring to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Stir in pasta and 1 cup water and return to a simmer. Continue to simmer for 2 minutes, stirring frequently to make sure pasta doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat, pluck out the bay leaves, and fold in about a third of the mozzarella.
  • Top pasta with remaining mozzarella and dollops of ricotta. Sprinkle with Parmesan, then transfer to oven. Bake until pasta is tender when poked with a fork, and cheese is bubbly and lightly golden, 18 to 22 minutes. (If you'd like a more deeply browned topping, run the pan under the broiler for 1 or 2 minutes.) Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving. Top with basil, plenty of black pepper, and more red-pepper flakes, if you like.

Tips:

  • For a spicier casserole: Use a hot Italian sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • To make the casserole ahead of time: Cook the pasta and sausage according to the directions, then let cool. Layer the casserole ingredients in a baking dish and cover tightly. Refrigerate for up to 2 days. When ready to bake, preheat the oven and bake the casserole according to the directions.
  • For a cheesy casserole: Add 1 cup of shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese to the top of the casserole before baking.
  • To make the casserole vegetarian: Omit the sausage and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. Add extra vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, or mushrooms, to the sauce.

Conclusion:

This spicy pasta casserole with sausage is a quick and easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love. It's packed with flavor from the spicy sausage, tangy tomatoes, and creamy cheese. The casserole is also a great way to use up leftover pasta. Serve it with a side of garlic bread or salad for a complete meal.

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