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READY IN 55 mins

Classico® Baked Cavatelli

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"This quick and easy cavatelli casserole recipe uses simple but tasty ingredients such as fresh mozzarella and sausage." — Classico

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2 1/3 cups dried cavatelli or wagon wheel macaroni
12 ounces Johnsonville® Italian Mild Sausage Links, sliced 1/2 inch thick
3/4 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (24 ounce) jar Classico® Tomato and Basil pasta sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Directions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; set aside.
In a large skillet cook the Johnsonville® Italian Mild Sausage, onion, and garlic until sausage is brown; remove from skillet. Drain.
In a large bowl stir together Classico® Tomato and Basil pasta sauce, 3/4 cup of the mozzarella cheese, and the pepper. Add the cooked pasta and the drained sausage mixture. Stir gently to combine. Spoon the mixture into a 2-quart casserole.*
Bake, covered, in a 375 degree F oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until nearly heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella cheese. Bake about 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

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PREP 25 mins
READY IN 55 mins

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*Note: For individual portions, spoon the mixture into 5 or 6 individual (8- to 10-ounce) casseroles. Place the casseroles on a large baking sheet. Cover casseroles with foil and bake in a 375 degree F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until nearly heated through. Uncover, sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese, and bake about 5 minutes more or until cheese is melted.

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Used mostaccioli, since we had that on hand, a full pound of sausage, a little more sauce, and about a half cup of green peas. Instead of mozzarella, used an 'italian blend' cheese mix. Made an excellent dinner.

—BARNKITTY

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Jan 29, 2013

Will probably use spicy sausage next time.

—ennisj

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Nutrition

Calories
528 kcal
26%

Carbohydrates
50.8 g
16%

Cholesterol
66 mg
22%

Fat
25.4 g
39%

Fiber
6.3 g
25%

Protein
26.2 g
52%

Sodium
1123 mg
45%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Classico(R) Baked Cavatelli

Serving Size: 1/5 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 5
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 528
Calories from Fat: 229

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.4g 39 %
Saturated Fat 9.6g 48 %
Cholesterol 66mg 22 %
Sodium 1123mg 45 %
** Potassium 118mg 3 %
Total Carbohydrates 50.8g 16 %
Dietary Fiber 6.3g 25 %
Protein 26.2g 52 %
Sugars 8.9g
** Vitamin A 2 %
** Vitamin C 4 %
** Calcium 26 %
** Iron 15 %
** Thiamin 16 %
** Niacin 29 %
** Vitamin B6 10 %
** Magnesium 17 %
** Folate 7 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.