Southwestern Casserole

Southwestern Casserole

1 (8 ounce) package Rotini macaroni 1 pound mild sausage 1 pound hot sausage 1 large onion, chopped 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced 1 (26 ounce) can garlic and herb spaghetti sauce 13 ounces tomato juice 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Cook macaroni according to package directions. In a large saucepan, cook sausage, onion and pepper over medium heat until sausage is done; drain off the fat. Stir in spaghetti sauce, tomato juice, salt and kidney beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes. Drain macaroni and stir into meat mixture. Transfer into two 2-quart greased baking dishes. Top with cheese, cover and bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes; uncover and bake 10 minutes longer. Serve one casserole; allow the second to cool, cover and freeze for up to three months

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