I had my folks over for dinner this evening. This meal is what was requested...its so darn good. Easy and tasty...can't beat that... my mom used to make this when growing up...I changed a few things to my liking...everyone just loves it...I hope you try it... My photos
Provided by Cassie *
Categories Casseroles
Time 1h40m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 degree F. Spray a 9 x 13 or larger deep dish casserole pan with non stick cooking spray. Set aside. Prepare pasta, not quite al dente.
- 2. In a large skillet, add 2 - 3 tablespoons of olive oil. Over medium heat, combine ground beef, sausage, pepperoni, onion, green pepper, garlic and seasonings until vegetables are tender and beef, sausage are cooked through. Drain; return to pan.
- 3. Now, stir in the tomato paste.
- 4. Add the sauce and brown sugar. Cover and simmer for 30 - 40 minutes. Stirring occasionally(If getting too thick; stir in the 1/2 - 3/4 cup water to thin out, you don't want the sauce too thin, but not too thick either.)
- 5. In a large bowl; mix together cooked / drained pasta, ricotta, 2 cups mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- 6. In prepared baking dish or pan; coat bottom with about 1 cup sauce. Now, add about 3 cups pasta/cheese mixture. Spread evenly.
- 7. Now, add 2 - 2 1/2 cups meat sauce; spread evenly.
- 8. Repeat layers, ending with sauce.
- 9. Place the mozzarella slices evenly on top of the sauce. I then placed the saved pepperoni on top of the cheese. Optional Bake the Cavatini 30 - 45 minutes, or until browning and bubbly.
- 10. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
- 11. I served this with a tossed salad, and crusty Italian bread. Tastes like lasagna, but without the fuss...delish!!!
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Lubega Rogers
[email protected]I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Alomgri
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Jesus Quintas
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Jaanii Jaanii
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The sauce was delicious and the cavatini was cooked perfectly.
Aqib Niaz
[email protected]I loved this dish! The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Kareem Nader
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Imam Gazzali
[email protected]I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Nermen El-Sherif
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The sauce was delicious and the cavatini was cooked perfectly.
shawon hawlader
[email protected]I'll be making this again!
Farooq Amin
[email protected]Yum!
RJ Mcdonald
[email protected]Loved it!
Sivi Siviyan
[email protected]This dish was delicious! The sauce was creamy and cheesy, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely make this again.
waqas meer
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The sauce was flavorful and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Maryam Kookie
[email protected]I loved this dish! The sauce was so creamy and cheesy, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.
Zola Diaz
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and very delicious. The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
Issa Jr
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of cavatini, but this dish was still really good. The sauce was amazing, and the cheese was melted to perfection. I would definitely make this again, but with a different pasta.
Smamgele Mvelase
[email protected]This is my new favorite pasta dish! The cheese sauce is so rich and flavorful, and the cavatini is the perfect pasta for it. I will definitely be making this again and again.
sM SujoN
[email protected]I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The sauce was so creamy and cheesy, and the cavatini was cooked perfectly. My husband and I both loved it.
Magiel Van loggerenberg
[email protected]This cheesy cavatini was a hit with my family! The sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.