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Cheesy Kielbasa Bake

By: Kate Beckman  
"This hearty casserole takes advantage of garden-fresh vegetables and handy convenience items. 'My aunt originally made this for family gatherings,' notes Kate Beckman of Hemet, California. 'Now I fix it any night of the week.'"

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Prep Time:
30 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 16 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 2 pounds kielbasa (Polish) sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
  • 2 medium carrots, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (26 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
  • 1 egg, lightly beaten
  • 1 (15 ounce) container ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 green onions, chopped

Directions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large skillet, brown the sausage in oil over medium heat. Add the onions, zucchini, carrots and garlic; cook and stir for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in spaghetti sauce and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes.
  2. In each of two greased 13-in. x 9-in. x 2-in. baking dishes, layer a fourth of the macaroni and meat sauce. Combine the egg and ricotta cheese; spoon a fourth over sauce. Sprinkle with a fourth of the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses.
  3. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake 15 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Serve one casserole. Cool second casserole; cover and freeze for up to 2 months.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 1, 2007 by SUMTAY 
This was very tasty. I made a few changes because of what I had available to use. I used... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2007 by Julie B. 
This is good....I love that it makes two big pans. It is kind of like a lasagna casserole,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2007 by hiDhope 
Both my husband and I really enjoy this recipe! It is definitely a good recipe to try when... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 3, 2007 by wreagle 
EXCELLENT! My picky husband even liked it! I will make this again for sure! This recipe... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 20, 2009 by novicecook 
My husband and I love it and it is hard to find something we both like. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2009 by Amy 
We love this dish and I make it just as listed. I can make one 9x13 pan for today and lunch... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 28, 2008 by bandrs 
My family enjoyed this dish. I liked that I could sneak in some vegetables. Next time I will... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 22, 2008 by KatBeth 
I loved this one initially, and so did my boyfriend... it was very filling. I would not make... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 30, 2007 by Cyndi 
Great recipe! Very kid friendly. Definitely in my "make it again" repertoire. Did need some... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 20, 2007 by Kitchen Queen 
Pretty wierd... I was looking for a creative way to use my Kielbasa, and it was very creative,... MORE

 
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