8ouncesshort pastapenne, rigatoni, etc.; 2 cups by volume
1cupwhite mushroomssliced
1cupwhite oniondiced
1cuphampre-cooked, diced
2garlic clovesminced
⅓cupred wine
1teaspoonItalian seasonings
24ouncespasta sauceyour favorite brand
8ouncesmozzarella cheeseshredded
Instructions
First, preheat your oven to 425°F and cook the pasta noodles al dente per the instructions on the box. Drain the noodles of excess water and set them aside for later.
8 ounces short pasta
Next, in a skillet over medium heat, saute the ham, onions, mushrooms, and for about three to five minutes. Then add the wine, garlic, and Italian seasonings, and let everything cook for an additional two minutes.
1 cup white mushrooms, 1 cup white onion, 1 cup ham, 2 garlic cloves, ⅓ cup red wine, 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
Afterward, remove the pan from the heat and add the cooked noodles to the skillet. Then, pour your favorite pasta sauce over the noodles. Make to stir everything together, coating all the pasta in the sauce.
24 ounces pasta sauce
Transfer the pasta bake to a large, oven-safe skillet or 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese and sauce begin to boil.
8 ounces mozzarella cheese
Last, remove the pan from the oven and let the cheesy pasta bake cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
The calorie count listed is an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of about 1 cup of the pasta bake casserole. The actual calorie count may vary. The dish can be stored in a sealed container in your fridge for up to 3 days.