Johnny Marzetti II

Johnny Marzetti II
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  • COOK TIME
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  • TOTAL TIME
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  • SERVING
    20 People
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A comforting and customizable casserole, Johnny Marzetti II is a hearty blend of ground meats, vegetables, and pasta baked to golden perfection. Feel free to tailor this recipe to your liking by experimenting with different beans or vegetables.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    24 g
  • Cholesterol
    41 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    6 g
  • Sodium
    446 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Recipe View Cook macaroni: In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside. (Approximately 8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View Sauté vegetables and meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add onion, celery, and green bell pepper and sauté until softened. Add ground beef and pork, and cook, breaking the meat apart with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease. (Approximately 10-12 minutes)

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Recipe View Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, meat mixture, stewed tomatoes (with liquid), kidney beans, and salt. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed.

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Recipe View Assemble and bake: Spread the mixture evenly into two 9x13 inch baking pans. Sprinkle each pan with 1 cup of Parmesan cheese.

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the meat mixture while cooking.
To add more depth of flavor, try browning the ground beef and pork with a tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.
Feel free to substitute other types of pasta, such as penne or rotini, for the macaroni.
This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 13 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Hiram Larson

    This recipe is a family favorite! So easy to customize and always a crowd-pleaser.

  • Giovanni Aufderhar

    I used black beans instead of kidney beans and it worked perfectly. Great recipe!

  • Lemuel Kunde

    The kids loved it! Will definitely make this again.

  • Lauren Mann

    I added some Italian seasoning to the meat mixture and it was delicious!

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