ITALIAN SAUSAGE MACARONI BAKE

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"Because we have three children who keep us busy, casseroles have been life-savers for me," notes Amber Zurbrugg of Alliance, Ohio. "This one especially appeals to me because it has a rich Italian flavor."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
3/4 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 small onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Drain macaroni., In a large bowl, combine the macaroni, sausage mixture, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, oregano, salt, basil and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake, uncovered at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 539 calories, Fat 35g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 1371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

KCEE FRESH
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I made this dish for my Italian grandmother and she loved it! She said it reminded her of the pasta dishes she used to make when she was growing up.


Chidinma Nmezi
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it reheats well.


Shaianne Pretorius
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's because I used a spicy sausage. Next time I'll use a milder sausage.


Megon Pamela
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I usually add some extra vegetables, like chopped spinach or zucchini.


Ijaz Sada
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover sausage.


Md Joynal
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I was disappointed with this recipe. The sauce was too bland and the pasta was overcooked.


FSW HD
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The flavors are amazing and it's a real crowd-pleaser.


Mustansar Malik
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I've been making this recipe for years and it's always a favorite. It's a great comfort food dish that's perfect for a cold night.


Abdikaadir Poss
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This is my new favorite pasta dish! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Moktar Hosen
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


shoukatkhan shoukatkhan
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This was a delicious and easy weeknight meal. My whole family loved it!


Katrinah Flo
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The recipe was easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I would definitely make it again.


Revillium
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This dish was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would add more spices next time.


Md Dolon Miah
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The sausage and pasta are a perfect combination and the sauce is delicious.


Sakatul Islam
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This was an easy and tasty recipe. I used ground turkey instead of sausage and it turned out great. The whole family loved it!


Matt Isenhour
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The sausage and pasta were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Mokim Rain
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This Italian sausage macaroni bake was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing and the pasta was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!