SAUSAGE FLORENTINE BAKE

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Prepare once and eat twice with this delicious lasagna-like casserole! Just bake one pan and freeze the second. Later, thaw and bake for an easy and impressive meal. The homemade sauce is so fresh-tasting. -Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
2 cans (28 ounces each) crushed tomatoes
1 bay leaf
3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 packages (10 ounces each) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 package (12 ounces) extra wide noodles, cooked and drained
4 green onions, sliced
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook sausage until no longer pink; drain. Add tomatoes, bay leaf, garlic, sugar, basil, oregano, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. , Meanwhile, in a bowl, combine eggs, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese and nutmeg; mix well. Stir in spinach, noodles and onions. Discard bay leaf from sausage mixture. , In each of two greased 9-in. square baking pans, layer a fourth of the noodles and a fourth of the sausage mixture. Top each with 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Top with remaining Parmesan. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 555 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 217mg cholesterol, Sodium 1103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 36g protein.

Kamran Jutt
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I tried this recipe and it was a disaster. The flavors just didn't work together.


mbutha james
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I'm not sure about this recipe. It seems like it would be too heavy.


Shazad Barcelona
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This is the best Sausage Florentine Bake I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again.


Ganesh Jarkal Creation
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so good!


Bojan Guru
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This Sausage Florentine Bake is a must-try. It's easy to make and absolutely delicious.


Breanna Silvyrs
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I made this dish for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Kaitlyn Snavely
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This is a great dish to serve for brunch or lunch. It's also perfect for a light dinner.


Niak M
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I'm not a big fan of spinach, but I loved this dish. The flavors were amazing.


Asad Munir
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This Sausage Florentine Bake is the perfect comfort food. It's cheesy, gooey, and oh-so-satisfying.


Marvin Robinson
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I love that this dish can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Eiamine Ahmed Nibir
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very budget-friendly.


ART MADNESS
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This dish is so comforting and delicious. I love the combination of sausage, spinach, and cheese. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


MPR Vlog Makwanpur
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I've made this Sausage Florentine Bake several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve for company or for a potluck.


Sora Jack
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This Sausage Florentine Bake was a hit with my family! The flavors of the sausage, spinach, and cheese blended perfectly. It was also very easy to make.


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