Italian Pasta Casserole Recipe

This creamy Italian Pasta Casserole is a delightful twist on traditional red-sauce pasta bakes! Inspired by a 2008 Better Homes and Gardens recipe, this dish features fresh zucchini and your choice of mild or spicy Italian sausage. The secret ingredient? A tangy Italian dressing that adds a surprising and delicious depth of flavor. Get ready for a comforting and flavorful meal the whole family will love!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 50 mins

Calories 499.8 kcal

Protein 39g

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Ingredients for Italian Pasta Casserole

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How to Make Italian Pasta Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large skillet, cook 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot) in 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon. Stir frequently.
Drain the sausage in a colander.
Meanwhile, cook 1 lb pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite shape) according to package directions until al dente.
Drain the pasta directly over the cooked sausage in the colander to collect any rendered fat.
In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup Italian dressing, 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, and 2 cloves minced garlic.
Stir in the zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini, diced) and the sausage/pasta mixture.
Pour the mixture into a 3-quart rectangular baking dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Uncover, sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
Bake for another 5 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

63g

Carbs

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Mushroom Recipes European Italian Mediterranean American Baking

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Pasta Pork One Dish Meal Meat Pork Sausage Pasta Rice And Grains Pasta Shells

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Italian Pasta Casserole?

Italian Pasta Casserole takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Italian Pasta Casserole?

Italian Pasta Casserole has approximately 499.8 calories per serving, with about 39 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 54 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Italian Pasta Casserole?

The key ingredients for Italian Pasta Casserole are Italian Sausages, Olive Oil, Shell Macaroni, Italian Salad Dressing, Condensed Cream Of Chicken Soup, Sour Cream. See the full list with measurements above.