Venison & Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli Casserole

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Venison & Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli Casserole transforms your dinner table with a hearty Italian-American dish that combines the rich flavors of ground venison with gooey mozzarella and aromatic basil. This meat-based recipe is perfect for family gatherings and is sure to please even the pickiest eaters.

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Overview

This Venison & Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli is a comforting and hearty casserole that transforms ground venison into a deliciously rich and cheesy dish. Perfect for family dinners, this recipe balances the robust flavors of venison with creamy mozzarella and a hint of basil, ensuring a delightful meal that even the little ones will love.

Diet Type

Meat

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Italian-American

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 85 minutes

Ingredients

• 16 Ounces (oz) package mostaccioli
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 Large yellow onion, minced
• 1 Pound (lb) ground venison
• 15 Ounces (oz) can tomato sauce
• 0.25 Teaspoons (tsp) dried basil
• 0.125 Teaspoons (tsp) garlic powder
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 0.25 Cups grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 Cups grated mozzarella cheese

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
2. In a large pot, bring lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Add the mostaccioli pasta and cook until al dente, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Add the minced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the ground venison to the skillet. Cook until the meat is browned and no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.
5. Stir in the tomato sauce, dried basil, and garlic powder. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
6. In the prepared baking dish, spread a layer of the venison sauce. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Layer half of the cooked pasta over the sauce, followed by another layer of sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Repeat the layers with the remaining pasta, sauce, and mozzarella, finishing with a generous layer of mozzarella on top.
8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
10. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your savory venison and mozzarella baked mostaccioli!

Enjoy your homemade Venison & Mozzarella Baked Mostaccioli Casserole!