Ingredients for Italian Rotini Casserole
- 1 lb whole wheat rotini pasta
- Chicken Sausage
- Olive Oil
- Onion
- Fat Free Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- Tomato Paste
- Red Wine
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Bay Leaf
- Garlic Cloves
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese + 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
- Salt
- Pepper
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How to Make Italian Rotini Casserole
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brown 1 lb Italian chicken sausage (half sweet, half hot) in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
- Cook 1 lb whole wheat rotini pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, pasta, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional), 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley.
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top with an additional 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and heated through.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
63 g
Sugar
34g
Fat
45g
Carbs
16g
