Cavatappi is a short, thin, ridged spiral-shaped pasta.
Servings12servings
Prep Time
Ingredients
1package cavatappi pasta16 ounce
1tablespoonVegetable Oil
1poundmild Italian sausage links(about 3), uncooked, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2cupschopped onion
2packages button mushroomsquartered, 8 ounce
2tablespoonschopped garlic
1tablespoonchopped fresh basil
1tablespoonchopped fresh thyme
1tablespoonchopped fresh parsley
1teaspoonKosher Salt
2jars pasta sauce26 ounce
1cupheavy whipping cream
2cupsshredded mozzarella cheese
1/2cupfreshly grated Parmesan cheese
3tablespoonschopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions until barely al dente. Drain. Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and onion; saute 10-12 minutes. Add mushrooms, garlic, herbs and salt. Cook until liquid from mushrooms has evaporated (about 9-11 minutes). Add pasta sauce and cream. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and add pasta. Transfer to a 4-quart baking dish. May be refrigerated several hours or overnight.
To Bake: Bake, covered, in a preheated 350 F oven, 15 minutes; remove cover and stir. Combine cheeses and parsley; sprinkle evenly over pasta. Continue baking, uncovered, until bubbly in center and cheese is melted (about 15 minutes).
Recipe Notes
Tip: Omit the sausage to create a wonderful side dish.