Layered Baked Penne Casserole

Recipe Description

This is one of those dinners I make when all the stars align and I happen to have cooked beef, sausage, ricotta and a bunch of cheese just hanging out in the fridge all at once.  I like those nights.  You'll find step by step photos in order to easily make this family friendly dinner.  Add any leftover vegetables to give this casserole a healthy boost.

Step 1

Start by boiling the pasta

Step 2

Drain the pasta and run under cold water.

Step 3

Add all the cheese, egg, salt and pepper in a bowl and give it a stir.

Step 4

Toss the pasta with the cheese mixture and set aside.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil and add the garlic.

Step 6

Pour the sauce and diced tomatoes in the pan and cook until heated through.

Step 7

Add the cooked meat. Add Italian seasoning if you like.

Step 8

Stir half the sauce into the pasta.

Step 9

Place half the pasta into a casserole dish and add a layer of mozza cheese or whatever cheese you have on hand.

Step 10

Layer with half the left over sauce.

Step 11

Add the rest of the pasta, sauce and more cheese.

Step 12

Bake for 30 minutes at 350 degrees. Let the baked penne sit for 10 minutes before serving