Paula Deen's Baked Fusilli With Italian Sausage Recipe

This comforting and flavorful baked fusilli casserole is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion! Featuring savory Italian sausage, hearty vegetables, and a rich tomato sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Best of all, it's freezer-friendly – make it ahead and bake later for ultimate convenience. Get ready for a taste of Southern comfort food with an Italian twist!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 1017.1 kcal
Protein 98g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Paula Deen's Baked Fusilli With Italian Sausage

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How to Make Paula Deen's Baked Fusilli With Italian Sausage

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 4-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
  3. In a large skillet over medium-low heat, cook 1 lb Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until well done (about 10-12 minutes). Remove from pan and set aside. Drain off excess grease.
  4. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and 1/2 cup chopped shallots, and cook for 5 minutes, or until tender.
  6. Add 8 oz sliced mushrooms and 1/2 cup sliced black olives and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Remove from heat and set aside.
  8. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 (24-ounce) jar of spaghetti sauce, 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato sauce, and 2 large eggs.
  9. Stir in 1 (14.5-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
  10. Layer half of 1 lb cooked fusilli pasta, half of the mushroom mixture, half of the sauce mixture, and half of 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese into the prepared casserole dish.
  11. Repeat layers, ending with cheese.
  12. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

131 g

Sugar

91g

Fat

105g

Carbs

30g

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