THREE-CHEESE KIELBASA BAKE

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My aunt originally made this hearty casserole for family gatherings, and now I enjoy fixing it for my family any night of the week. What a perfect way to sneak in some garden veggies. -Kate Beckman, Hemet, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 casseroles (10 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

12 ounces uncooked elbow macaroni
2 pounds kielbasa or Polish sausage, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
2 medium zucchini, quartered and sliced
2 medium carrots, grated
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 jar (26 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, brown sausage in oil over medium heat; drain. Add the onions, zucchini, carrots and garlic; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-6 minutes. , Stir in spaghetti sauce and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Drain macaroni., In a small bowl, combine egg and ricotta cheese. In each of 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, layer a fourth of each of the following: macaroni, meat sauce, ricotta mixture, cheddar and mozzarella. Repeat layers. Top with green onions. , Cool 1 casserole; cover and freeze it for up to 2 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; bake until cheese is melted, 15 minutes longer. , Freeze option: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350° until heated through, 35-40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 867mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

Milika Cevalawa
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover kielbasa. The cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the kielbasa is cooked perfectly.


Miraj Khan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The kielbasa is cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful.


MD Merajul
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The kielbasa is cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Raja Tanzeel
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I'm not a big fan of kielbasa, but I really enjoyed this dish. The cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the kielbasa was cooked perfectly.


Vishal Shiwgobin
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover kielbasa. The cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful, and the kielbasa is cooked perfectly.


Shashunitah Shaftav
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I made this recipe for my family, and they loved it! The kielbasa was cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Zikhona Fiona
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The kielbasa and cheese are a great combination, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Fidelis Frank
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out great. The kielbasa is cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Lipy Sarker
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This dish is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. The kielbasa is cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Salim Vai
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. The kielbasa is cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Solangi Jabbar
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The kielbasa and cheese are a great combination, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Ydfgj Gxcu
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I wasn't sure how this dish would turn out, but I was pleasantly surprised. The kielbasa was juicy and flavorful, and the cheese sauce was creamy and cheesy.


Shahid Lalhaira
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This recipe was easy to follow, and the end result was delicious. The kielbasa was cooked perfectly, and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful.


Kgontse Nomvula
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I've made this kielbasa bake several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of cheeses and kielbasa is perfect, and the sauce is creamy and flavorful.


Lath Thammavongsa
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This dish was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone raved about the cheesy, flavorful kielbasa and the creamy sauce.


Saber Ali
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My family loved this easy three-cheese kielbasa bake! It's a great weeknight meal that's ready in under an hour.