For a richer flavor, brown the pepperoni and vegetables in a separate pan before adding them to the sauce. Feel free to substitute other types of pasta, such as penne or farfalle. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a little heat. If you don't have ricotta cheese, you can use cottage cheese instead. This dish can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
Cavatini II
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING12 People
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VIEWS573
A hearty and comforting baked pasta dish, Cavatini II is a symphony of flavors and textures. Featuring a rich tomato sauce, savory meats, and a blend of cheeses, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Feel free to customize it with your preferred vegetables or protein!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate37 g
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Cholesterol67 mg
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Fiber4 g
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Protein24 g
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Saturated Fat10 g
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Sodium1235 mg
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Sugar11 g
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Fat26 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine the spaghetti sauce, sliced mushrooms, pepperoni, diced green pepper, diced onion, tomato paste, and minced garlic. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Cover and simmer over low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld. (1 hour)
02 Step
Recipe View While the sauce is simmering, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
03 Step
Recipe View In a large bowl, gently combine the cooked rigatoni, rotini, and macaroni with the drained ricotta cheese, 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
04 Step
Recipe View Add the pasta and cheese mixture to a 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly. Pour the sauce mixture over the pasta, ensuring it is well coated. Top with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
05 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the sauce is heated through. (30 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. (10 minutes)
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Eugenia Kreiger
May 24, 2025Easy to follow and delicious. A new family favorite!
Curt Oconnell
Feb 19, 2025I made it for a potluck and everyone raved about it.
Mercedes Wintheiser
Feb 3, 2025I added some Italian sausage to the sauce, and it was even better!
Clara Kilback
Jul 19, 2024This recipe is amazing! My family devoured it.