How to Make Johnny Marzetti Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Johnny Marzetti Casserole is a classic American dish that has been a staple in many households for generations. This hearty and comforting casserole is a delicious combination of ground beef, pasta, tomato sauce, and cheese, all baked to perfection. It's the perfect dish for a cozy family dinner or potluck with friends.

While the origins of Johnny Marzetti Casserole are unclear, it is believed to have originated in the Midwest in the early 20th century. The dish was named after a rest...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ pound bulk mild Italian sausage
  • ¾ cup chopped onion
  • ¼ cup chopped celery
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon minced green bell pepper
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (14.4 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
  • 1 ½ cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Additional Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 50 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 7x11-inch casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 7x11-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add rotini and cook until tender yet firm to the bite, 6 to 8 minutes; drain. Run cold water over pasta to stop it from cooking further.
  • While the pasta is cooking, cook ground beef and sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until completely browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Add onion, celery, garlic, and bell pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove from the heat and stir in tomato sauce and diced tomatoes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Spread pasta over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle Italian cheese blend over rotini, then pour meat sauce over top. Cover the dish with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Remove the foil and sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the casserole. Continue to bake until Cheddar has melted, about 5 minutes. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    790 cal.

    • Total Fat: 53g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 152mg
    • Sodium: 1301mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 39g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 15mg
    • Calcium: 559mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 817mg