Cavatini

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Italian

Cavatini is a hearty and flavorful baked pasta dish that combines savory sausage, mushrooms, and pepperoni, all enveloped in a rich Ragu sauce and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or potlucks, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that satisfies any comfort food craving.

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Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. sausage
  • 3 c. macaroni
  • 1 pkg. fresh mushrooms
  • 1 (48 oz.) jar Ragu sauce
  • 1 pkg. pepperoni
  • 4 c. shredded Mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Brown sausage and drain.
  2. Add mushrooms and cook.
  3. Add Ragu sauce. Cook and drain macaroni.
  4. Layer in order: macaroni first, then add meat mixture and top with cheese.
  5. Cover with pepperoni, cover with foil, and bake at 350° for 30 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

458 kcal 23% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 20.6g 41% DV
Total Fat 33.7g 43% DV
Carbs 18g 7% DV
Fiber 1.1g 4% DV
Sugar 2.7g 5% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1608.5mg 70% DV
Potassium 322.5mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 73mg 24% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 75.8mcg 8% DV
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 319.5mg 25% DV
Iron 1.5mg 8% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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