Creamy Baked Ziti With Sausage and Peppers
A savory baked ziti dish features Italian sausage and green bell pepper, elevated by a rich blend of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 F.
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Cook ziti as directed, then drain.
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Grease a 2 1/2-quart casserole.
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Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, drain, and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add mushrooms, green bell pepper, and onion; cook until tender.
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Stir flour into the vegetables until blended and bubbly, cooking for 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually add milk, cooking until the mixture boils and thickens.
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Reduce heat. Stir in 1 1/2 cups cheddar, Parmesan, and pepper until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
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Combine the cooked ziti and sausage with the sauce.
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole, topping with the remaining 1/2 cup cheddar.
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Bake for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.