Hearty Baked Cavatini with Beef, Pepperoni, and Cheese
This comforting baked cavatini casserole features a flavorful ground beef and pepperoni sauce, mixed with a trio of pasta shapes, and topped with melty mozzarella cheese. It's a family-friendly dish that's perfect for gatherings.
Instructions
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In a large Dutch oven, cook the ground beef, onions, and green pepper over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink. Drain the excess fat, then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute longer.
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Stir in the water, tomato paste, mushrooms, pepperoni, spaghetti sauce mix, and Italian seasoning. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
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Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni, bow tie pasta, and medium pasta shells, and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender. Drain the pasta and stir it into the tomato sauce mixture.
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Transfer the pasta and sauce to a greased 13x9-inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes, then sprinkle the top with the shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Nutrition Information
Per serving (based on 9 servings)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be considered an estimate.
