Cheesy Easy Cavatini * Venison Optional

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2
Cheesy Easy Cavatini recipe with Venison Option
in Pasta

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups shell pasta , cooked & drained
2 cups rotini pasta , cooked & drained
1 lb ground venison or 1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork or 1/2 lb bulk sausage
1 tablespoon mixed Italian herbs ( basil , oregano , parsley for starters )
1 can spaghetti sauce ( or 1 quart home-made )
3 1/2 ounces pepperoni , chopped
1 can mushrooms , stem & pieces drained
1 can green chili peppers ( optional )
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
753
Sugar
11g
Fat
49g
Cheesy Easy Cavatini is a popular Italian-American dish that's similar to baked ziti. It's a hearty and comforting meal that's perfect for colder weather. This recipe includes ground venison or beef and a mix of ground pork or sausage, providing a delicious, protein-packed main dish. The addition of mixed Italian herbs, pepperoni, mushrooms, and green chili peppers adds depth of flavor and texture. The melted cheddar and mozzarella cheese provide the finishing touch to this cheesy, satisfying dish.

Instructions

1.Brown ground venison or beef and ground pork or sausage in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.Add mixed Italian herbs, spaghetti sauce, chopped pepperoni, mushrooms, and green chili peppers to the skillet. Simmer for 10 minutes.
3.Cook shell pasta and rotini pasta according to package instructions. Drain and add to the skillet with the sauce.
4.Stir in shredded sharp cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese until melted and well combined.

PROS

This Cheesy Easy Cavatini is a delicious and hearty meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family.
It’s quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights.
The dish is also very versatile, as you can use ground venison or beef and either bulk sausage or ground pork for the protein.

CONS

The dish is quite high in fat and calories due to the cheese and meat.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
The addition of green chili peppers may not be to everyone’s liking, so feel free to leave them out if you prefer a milder dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dish is not the healthiest option, it does provide a good source of protein and calcium from the meat and cheese. The Italian herbs, particularly basil and oregano, contain antioxidants that may help reduce inflammation in the body.

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