Johnny Mazetti Panama
Savor the hearty, comforting flavors of Johnny Mazetti Panama, an irresistible baked casserole packed with rich ingredients and bold tastes! This family-style dish combines tender elbow macaroni with a savory blend of ground beef, Italian sausage, and a medley of vegetables like onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms. Infused with fragrant Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and a touch of garlic, the zesty tomato base coats every bite with mouthwatering flavor. Layered with gooey cheddar and Parmesan cheeses, then baked to bubbly perfection, this filling crowd-pleaser is perfect for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. Ready in just over an hour and serving up to eight, this easy comfort food recipe is a timeless favorite your whole family will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces elbow macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 1 large bell pepper, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 1 cup black olives, sliced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and Italian sausage and cook until browned, breaking the meat into small pieces with a wooden spoon.
Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the diced tomatoes (along with their juice), tomato paste, sliced black olives, mushrooms, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce mixture for 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Combine the cooked macaroni with the sauce mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
Transfer half of the macaroni and sauce mixture to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the layer.
Add the remaining macaroni and sauce mixture on top, followed by the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and finally the Parmesan cheese.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Johnny Mazetti Panama!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.8 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1381 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.8 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.9 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 408 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 850 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
