Meaty Pasta Casserole: (Makes 2 casseroles)
1 Package (16 ounces) penne pasta
1 pound ground beef
1 pound of Italian pork sausage
1 3/4 cups sliced mushrooms
1 medium onion (Chopped)
1 medium green pepper (Chopped)
2 cans Italian diced tomatoes
1 jar (16 oz) Chunky mild salsa
1 Jar spaghetti sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded Parmesan cheese
1 jar three-cheese spaghetti sauce.
1. Cook pasta, leaving al dente. Meanwhile cook the beef, sausage mushrooms, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no linger pink; drain
2. Drain pasta; in large bowl combined all ingredients, except cheese
3. Divide between two baking dishes lined with parchment paper. Sprinkle cheese on top
( You can flash freeze the casserole in the baking dish or freeze in a bag leaving cheese out until ready to cook.)
Reheating Instructions:
Thaw in refrigerator overnight. Cover and bake at 350 for 45 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
