Marvelous Recipes

Fire-Roasted pasta sauce and smoked sausage give this delightful dish a unique flavor that is sure to please family and guests alike!

1 (8 ounces) package ziti or small tube pasta
1 (28 ounces) can diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
1 (26 ounces) jar fire-roasted tomato and garlic spaghetti sauce*
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 (16 ounces) package smoked sausage, sliced
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup 4% cottage cheese

1. In a large saucepan, cook the pasta according to the package directions: drain and return to the pan. Stir in the tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, Italian seasoning and smoked sausage; heat through.

2. Stir in 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese and the cottage cheese; top with the remaining mozzarella cheese. Cover and heat over medium heat about 5 minutes or until the mozzarella cheese is melted. Makes 8 servings.

Emily

The delicious robust flavor of pepperoni pizza in a convenient taste appealing casserole! I made this for dinner last night and my family loved it!!

8 ounces rotini or other spiral pasta, uncooked
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
2 (14 ounce each) jars pizza sauce
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 (3.5 ounce) package sliced pepperoni
2 cups ( 16 ounces) shredded mozzarella cheese

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain and return to the skillet. Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and pizza sauce; set aside.

2. In a medium bowl, combine the egg, milk and Parmesan cheese. Drain the pasta; toss with the egg mixture. Transfer pasta mixture to a greased 2-quart casserole. Top with the beef mixture, pepperoni and mozzarella cheese.

3. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted. Makes 6 servings.

Emily

When my family wants lasagna and I am short on time, I use this recipe. It’s much faster than traditional lasagna but tastes just as great!

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 (26 oz) jar spaghetti sauce (I use Ragu)
1 cup water
3 cups dried wide egg noodles
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/4 cup milk
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain.
Stir in the spaghetti sauce and water; bring to a boil. Add the egg noodles; return to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes or until the noodles are tender.

In a small bowl, stir together the ricotta cheese, milk, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and parsley flakes. Spread cheese mixture over meat mixture in skillet; top with the mozzarella cheese. Cover and cook over low heat 5 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Remove from heat and let stand 10 minutes before serving. Makes 6 servings.

Emily

Hot pizza bread sticks right out-of-the-oven and dipped in warm pizza sauce; the perfect appetizer! Be sure to make plenty because they will disappear really fast!!

1 (11 oz) package refrigerated French bread dough
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil
2 garlic cloves, pressed
1cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (8 oz) can pizza sauce

Unroll the bread dough. Using your hands, pat the dough over the bottom of a 12×15-inch baking sheet with sides. Brush dough with the olive or canola oil.

Spread the garlic over the prepared layer. Sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese and oregano.

Bake at 375 degrees F for 12 to 14 minutes or until golden brown. Pour the pizza sauce into a small microwaveable bowl. Heat on High for 1 to 1-1/2 minutes or until heated through.

Using a pizza cutter, cut the baked bread layer into long strips. Serve with the warm pizza sauce for dipping. Makes 20 servings.

Delight your family with this wonderful main dish for dinner tonight. They will love you for it!!

2 egg whites
1 tablespoon water
1 garlic clove, pressed
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 (4 oz) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 tablespoon olive or canola oil, divided
4 (1 oz) slices mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup pizza sauce, heated

In a medium bowl, whisk the egg whites and water until foamy. Add the garlic; stir to blend. In a shallow dish, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning and salt; blend well.

Dip chicken in egg white mixture; coat with the crumb mixture, shaking off the excess. Dip each piece again in egg white mixture; coat again with crumb mixture.

In a 10-inch skillet, heat 1-1/2 teaspoons of the oil over medium-high heat. Add the prepared chicken. Cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Add the remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons oil and cook an additional 4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the center.

Place 1 slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast. Reduce heat to Low and cook, covered, until the cheese is melted; about 3 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with heated pizza sauce. Makes 4 servings.

Parmesan Potatoes and Crock Pot Green Beans add the finishing touch to this wonderful chicken dinner.

A hearty, hunger-satisfying casserole your family is sure to enjoy!

3 cups uncooked rotini pasta
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried basil leaves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 (7 oz) jar roasted red bell peppers, drained and chopped
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

1. Cook and drain the pasta as directed on the package, using minimum cooking time.

2. In a 10-inch skillet over medium heat, cook sausage, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes; drain.

3. In a small bowl, combine the tomatoes, garlic, basil, salt and pepper; mix well.

4. In a 13×9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray, layer 1/2 each of the pasta, sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, Parmesan cheese, tomato mixture and mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.

5. Bake at 375 degrees F for 35 to 40 minutes or until cheese is golden brown and casserole is hot. Makes 8 servings.