Smoky Bolognese Bake

By jkenb

Ingredients

• 8 ounces penne pasta
• 8 ounces ground beef (85 % lean)
• 8 ounces smoked andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 cup finely chopped carrot
• 1 cup chopped celery
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups shredded smoked mozzarella cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Spray 13 x 9 inch glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.

Meanwhile, heat large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Cook beef 4 to 5 minutes or until browned and no longer pink in center, stirring frequently. With slotted spoon, place in large bowl.

Add sausage, carrot, celery and onion to skillet; cook over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring frequently and adding garlic during last 1 minute of cooking. Add to beef; stir in pasta and all remaining ingredients except cheese. Spoon into baking dish.

Bake 30 minutes until hot and edges are bubbling. Top with cheese; bake an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and light brown.