World's easiest baked mostaccioli/ziti/penne

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This is so easy and hearty; with just four ingredients and simple prep, it's a weeknight favorite for the kids (and parents).

Ingredients

  • 10 oz of dry "tube" pasta like mostaccioli, ziti, or penne (smaller pasta like elbows does not work as well)
  • 1 lb of your favorite ground sausage
  • 1 jar (24 oz) your favorite spaghetti sauce
  • 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
  • (A few shakes of garlic powder if desired)

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350
  2. Boil the pasta two minutes less than the package "al dente" instructions say to
  3. While pasta boils, break up and brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat (about 7 minutes)
  4. Place drained pasta, sauce, sausage, half the cheese, and garlic if using, into a large bowl and blend well
  5. Place mixture into a greased 9" round casserole dish or similar, and sprinkle remaining cheese evenly on top
  6. Bake, uncovered, for about 30-40 minutes, cheese should be dark golden brown

Notes

I serve with a salad and garlic bread. Save time by using pre-shredded cheese. The more flavorful the sausage and sauce you use, the more flavorful the dish will be. You can add 3 to 4 ounces of sliced or quartered fresh mushrooms, if you like them; just throw them into the bowl with the rest of the stuff.



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