Johnny Marzetti Casserole Recipe
In the realm of comfort foods, few dishes can compare to the timeless appeal of Johnny Marzetti Casserole. With its hearty combination of pasta, ground beef, tomato sauce, and melted cheese, this classic American dish has been delighting taste buds for generations. Whether you’re craving a nostalgic taste of childhood or simply seeking a comforting meal, This Casserole is sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 pound bulk mild Italian sausage
- 3/4 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 lb white mushrooms washed and chopped
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 15-16 ounce can diced tomatoes
- 1 15-16 ounce can tomato sauce
- 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
- 1 1/2 cups shredded old Cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat oil in a frying pan, add the meat and sausage, fry on all sides, stirring constantly so that the mixture falls.
- Meanwhile, cut the mushrooms into large pieces, chop the onion and garlic and add everything to the pan. Stir and fry.
- Add chopped tomatoes and tomato paste, mix.
- Add salt, pepper and Italian herbs. Cover, reduce heat and simmer a bit.
- Grate both types of cheese and put them in separate containers.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Arrange the layers on the baking dish: ½ the ground meat, then the rotini dough, then the grated Italian cheese and the remaining half of the meat.
- Cover the pan and bake for 40 minutes.
- Remove the foil, sprinkle the casserole with grated cheddar and leave in the oven until the cheese melts. The dish is ready!