macaroni bake
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Yummy! I like using the bulk pork sausage because it is usually cheaper than ground beef right now and I can't even tell a different in the taste. Penne or another kind of pasta would work as well.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
20 Min
method
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yield
3-4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 cup uncooked large elbow macaroni (regular size will work, too)
- 1 pound bulk pork sausage
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided
How To Make macaroni bake
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Step 1Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until it is about half-way cooked. Add the green pepper, onion, oregano, garlic, basil and pepper. Cook until pork is no longer pink. Stir in tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes.
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Step 2Stir macaroni into the sauce.
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Step 3Transfer half of the macaroni mixture to a 1 – 1.5 quart baking dish (loaf pan preferred). Layer ½ cup of mozzarella cheese. Layer ½ cup of the Parmesan cheese on top of the mozzarella. Layer the rest of the macaroni mixture on top of the Parmesan cheese. Layer the rest of the mozzarella cheese. Finally, add a layer of the rest of the Parmesan cheese.
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Step 4Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 2-4 servings.
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