Italian Casserole for a Crowd

Great casserole for a dinner party when you need something easy. Serve with garlic bread and salad and you have a meal.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 16-20

Ingredients

• 1 (16 ounce) package  noodles
• 1 1⁄2 lbs bulk Italian sausage
• 1 1⁄2 lbs ground beef
• 1  onion, chopped
• 1  green pepper, chopped
• 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
• 1⁄2 cup water
• 1  teaspoon basil
• 1  teaspoon oregano
• 1⁄4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (6 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
• 1 (8 ounce) package  shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. Cook noodles according to package directions; set aside.
2. Cook sausage, ground beef, onion and green pepper until meat is done and vegetables are tender; drain fat.
3. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, and seasonings; simmer for 15 minutes.
4. Stir in corn, olives, and noodles; mix well.
5. Divide into 2 oiled 9x13 baking dishes and top with cheese.
6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes at 350°F.