This Easy Italian Pasta Casserole is one of my absolutely favorite go-to meals.  It’s simple, yummy and unbelievably versatile.  Add some garlic bread and a tall glass of milk, and you’ve got one deliciously quick dinner.

Easy Italian Pasta Casserole Ingredients:

• 13 ounces uncooked pasta (we use whole grain)
• 26 ounces spaghetti sauce
• 14 ounces diced canned tomatoes, drained
• 1/2 pound shredded mozzarella cheese
• 15 ounces ricotta cheese

Easy Italian Pasta Casserole Directions:

1. Prepare pasta according to package instructions.
2. Reserve, half of the mozzarella cheese, then combine all remaining ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
3. Pour ingredients into a large casserole dish and sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over top.
4. Back at 375 degrees for approximately 15 -20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly (I like to turn my broiler on for the last minute to brown the cheese).
5. Enjoy!

NOTE:  This recipe is especially great because you can play with the flavors so easily.  Mix it up a little by adding some of your favorite veggies or precooked meats.  Here are some of the ingredients we like to add:

• Pepperoni
• Sausage
• Cubed or Shredded Chicken
• Ground Beef or Meatballs
• Green Peppers
• Spinach
• Olives
• Squash
• Zucchini
• Onions