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pasta chili casserole

Recipe by
Pat Duran
Las Vegas, NV

This is a fantastic casserole you and your family will enjoy. It's simple and quick to prepare, and all the flavors to tickle your taste buds...as you can see by the last photo..it was enjoyed by all...I hope you like it as much as my family...

yield 5 -8
prep time 15 Min
cook time 35 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For pasta chili casserole

  • 8 oz
    pkg. spiral pasta cooked al dente and drained
  • 8 to 10 lg
    italian meatballs,thawed
  • 1/4 c
    chopped onion
  • 1/2 pkg
    original chili seasoning mix or a little more
  • 1/2 can
    manwich original or a little more
  • 15 oz
    can dark red kidney beans
  • 1/4 c
    zesty italian salad dressing
  • 1/2 c
    shredded cheese
  • 8
    crushed bacon flavored crackers

How To Make pasta chili casserole

  • 1
    Heat oven to 350^. Spray 10-inch square casserole dish,set aside.
  • 2
    Place cooked and drained pasta in a large bowl, break up the cooked meatballs, and add to pasta. Add remaining ingredients, except cheese and crackers. Stir to blend ,tasting and adding more sauce and/or seasoning to taste. Pour into prepared baking dish.
  • 3
    Combine cracker crumbs and cheese in a small bowl; set aside. Bake for 30 minutes or until it looks bubbly. Remove from oven and sprinkle cracker/cheese mixture over evenly. Return to oven and bake until cheese melts ; about 6 minutes..Enjoy!
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