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Quicker Baked Potato

Try this method for speeding up the potato baking process (for a better texture than those that you microwave). Pre-heat the oven to 400. Place the potato in boiling water for 10 minutes. Bake for 30 minutes. This will cut the cooking time in half.

 

Baked Cavatelli


pasta, casseroles, italian, pork/ham

2 1/2 cup macaroni, wagonwheel or
1 corkscrew
12 oz italian sausage links,
1 sliced 1/2 thick
3/4 cup green onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can tomato sauce (15 oz)
1 can spaghetti sauce w/mushrooms
1 (14 oz)
4 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon italian seasoning, crushed
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain; set aside. In a large skillet to cook sausage till no pink remains; remove from skillet. Drain off fat, reserving 1 tablespoon. Cook green onion and garlic in reserved drippings till tender. In a 2 quart casserole combine cooked pasta, sausage, onion mixture, tomato sauce, spaghetti sauce, half of the mozzarella, Italian seasoning, and papper. Toss gently to combine. Bake, covered, in a 375 F. oven for 25 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes more or till heated through. NOTE: For individual casseroles, prepare as directed except combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Spoon into 6 individual casseroles. Bake, covered, in a 375 F. oven for 15 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella. Bake for 5 to 10 minutes more or till heated through. Source: BETTER HOMES and GARDENS, January, 1993 issue. Typed for you by Nancy Coleman