Cavatini II

Cavatini II

My Aunt Norma gave me this recipe, and my husband and I love it! Easy to substitute your favorite ingredients like a can of drained black olives.

Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Additional Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 10 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cups sliced and quartered pepperoni
  • 16 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 (32 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 cup rigatoni pasta
  • 1 cup rotini pasta
  • 1 cup macaroni
  • 1 pound ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1
In a large saucepan, combine green pepper, onion, pepperoni, mushrooms, tomato paste, spaghetti sauce, and garlic. Cover, and simmer for one hour.

Step 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in boiling water for 8 to 10 minutes, or until al dente; drain.

Step 3
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 4
Mix together pasta, ricotta, 1 1/2 cups mozzarella, and Parmesan. In a 9×13 inch baking dish, alternate pasta and cheese mixture and sauce mixture, ending with sauce. Top with remaining mozzarella.

Step 5
Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

476
Calories
26g
Fat
37g
Carbs
24g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 476
% Daily Value *
Total Fat26g 33%
Saturated Fat10g 52%
Cholesterol67mg 22%
Sodium1235mg 54%
Total Carbohydrate37g 13%
Dietary Fiber4g 16%
Total Sugars11g
Protein24g
Vitamin C14mg 71%
Calcium308mg 24%
Iron3mg 18%
Potassium731mg 16%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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