I scaled this recipe down to 8 servings to fit one 9 x 13 pan. I tweaked a few things. First, with the beef/sausage/onion & pepper mix, after it was done cooking, I did NOT drain it. I left it's juices in the pot, and then eliminated the 1/4 cup of water. I just think that although it may be higher fat, it would give better flavor. I added a little more garlic powder. I also used an Italian Olive Salad mix (the stuff you would use to make Muffuletta's, a New Orleans Sandwich that originated in an Italian deli). I eyeballed how much I put in to my personal taste. I also sprinked in some sugar as I like my tomato sauce on the sweeter side, and also because the Olive Salad mix I used is a bit tangy. I topped with Mozzarella, and Cheddar cheeses. Baked for 25 minutes as directed. Let it sit for 5 minutes. It was really delicious. I will definatley be making this again!
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