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Baked mostaccioli casserole covered in cheese on white plate.
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Baked Mostaccioli Pasta

A generous layer of cheese baked on a simple mixture of Mostaccioli Pasta, red sauce and Italian sausage makes a delicious family meal!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword Baked Mostaccioli, Mostaccioli, Mostaccioli Pasta
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 401kcal
Author Jennifer Osterholt

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 pound mostaccioli or penne pasta
  • 1 pound Italian sausage or lean ground beef
  • 36 ounces pasta sauce
  • 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped

Instructions

  • Brown meat and drain any fat. Prepare pasta as package directs.
    1 pound mostaccioli, 1 pound Italian sausage
  • In a large bowl combine pasta, sausage, pasta sauce and 2 cups cheese. Mix well.
    36 ounces pasta sauce, 4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Spread into greased 13x9 inch baking dish; cover with foil. Bake 20 - 30 minutes at 350°F or until hot and bubbly.
  • Uncover and top with remaining cheese and parsley. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese melts.
    1 tablespoon parsley

Notes

  • Ground beef, shredded chicken or small pieces of chicken can be substituted for the sausage
  • 4 cups of pasta sauce is 32 ounces
  • Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 - 5 days
  • One pound of pasta and meat baked in a casserole should make 12 to 15 servings

Nutrition

Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 909mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 580IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 213mg | Iron: 2mg