Paul and Jenny's Father's Baked Ziti (like Cherry Tree Inn)

PAUL AND JENNY'S FATHER'S BAKED ZITI

This recipe is loosely adapted from one that is prepared at the Cherry Tree Inn in Henderson NY. by Mr. Paul Read Sr.

1 lb pasta shells or ziti, uncooked
2 lb ground beef
1 lb Italian sausage
1 onion, chopped
1 (29 oz) jar spaghetti sauce
3/4 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 oz mozzarella cheese, shredded
Parmesan cheese, to taste

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.

While the pasta is cooking, break up and brown the meats and onion together, until just brown.

Add the spaghetti sauce and simmer. Add the garlic powder and Italian seasoniong, to taste.

When the pasta is done, combine it with the meat sauce and mozzarella cheese in a large baking dish. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Bake in a 350 degree oven for 30 to 45 minutes.

SERVING SUGGESTION:
Serve with warm garlic bread or Italian bread and wine if you like.

Makes 8 servings
From Chef Freddy's