Gina's Cavatini Recipe

Name: Gina's Cavatini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 ounces mostaccioli pasta (can use whatever you like); 16 ounces Italian sausage (casing removed); 0.5 (8 ounce) package pepperoni, snipped with kitchen shears; ⅔ cup chopped green pepper (I use a combo of colors); ½ cup chopped onion (more if you like); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon ground pepper; 2 (26 ounce) jarsragu chunky garden-style spaghetti sauce; ⅔ cup whipping cream; 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cook pasta until al dente; drain.
2
Meanwhile, cook Italian sausage with peppers and onion until sausage is browned, breaking sausage up with a spoon.
3
In a large bowl, combine, sausage mixture, salt, pepper and spagetti sauce.
4
Blend in whipping cream.
5
Add drained pasta and mix well.
6
Spray a 13x9-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
7
Add pasta mixture and cover with shredded cheese.
8
Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 1 hour or until bubbly.
9
Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes or until cheese is lightly browned.

745

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 ounces mostaccioli pasta (can use whatever you like), 16 ounces Italian sausage (casing removed), 0.5 (8 ounce) package pepperoni, snipped with kitchen shears, ⅔ cup chopped green pepper (I use a combo of colors), and more.

Yes, Gina's Cavatini falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gina's Cavatini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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