For an Italian-themed meal, prepare this rich and cheesy Italian sausage pasta. Italian sausages have an earthy and licorice-like taste to them due to the fennel and anise. Thanks to the shape of the cavatappi pasta, you’ll can enjoy the sauce, cheese, and delicious sausages in one bite.
🔴 Check the full recipe on how to make Baked Cavatappi with Italian Sausage here:
Ingredients:
1 lb cavatappi pasta, cooked & cooled
1 lb Italian sausages, crumbled
1-28 oz can diced or crushed tomatoes
5½ oz yellow or red onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp honey
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp dried basil
Salt & ground black pepper to taste
To Serve:
Chopped parsley
⬇️ How to make Baked Cavatappi with Italian Sausage ⬇️
0:10 Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Grease a baking casserole with cooking spray.
0:15 In a deep skillet, warm the olive oil over medium-high heat. Place the Italian sausage crumbles in the pan, and saute until caramelized.
0:35 Add in the chopped onion, garlic, oregano, and basil. Continue sauteing until translucent.
0:55 Stir in crushed tomatoes and honey. Bring to a boil, stirring continuously, then reduce heat to low. Let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
1:30 Stir in the cavatappi pasta. Transfer the pasta and sauce into the baking dish.
1:45 Sprinkle it with shredded mozzarella cheese. Bake for 30 minutes until the dish is warmed through and the cheese has melted.
2:05 Garnish with parsley and serve.
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