Ingredients for Baked Cavatelli
- Cavatelli
- Italian Sausage
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- Garlic Cloves
- Pasta Sauce
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Black Pepper
How to Make Baked Cavatelli
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook 1 pound of cavatelli pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- While pasta cooks, brown 1 pound of Italian sausage (1/2 pound mild, 1/2 pound spicy) in a skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off excess grease.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked cavatelli, sausage, 1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (thawed and drained), 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the pasta water over the spinach to help wilt it while you combine the rest of the ingredients. Stir in the spinach.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and serve hot.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
85 g
Sugar
88g
Fat
67g
Carbs
24g
