1/2cupparmesan cheese regular or veggie cheese both work
1teaspoonbalsamic vinegar
1teaspoongolden balsamic vinegar
1teaspoongarlic powder
2tablespoonsfresh basilchopped
6 -8slicesmozzarella cheeseregular or veggie cheese both work
Instructions
Sauté onions and peppers over medium heat with a tablespoon of cooking oil or light coating of cooking spray.
When veggies begin to soften, add Italian sausage and cook until it begins to brown. Add can of tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, parmesan cheese, vinegar (may use regular balsamic alone if you don't have golden balsamic available), garlic powder. Cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Meanwhile, prepare the pasta separately, according to directions on package. Remove from heat about 3 minutes before the packages says (you want pasta to be slightly underdone).
Drain pasta, then add to a large mixing bowl with the meat sauce. Stir together until pasta is well incorporated in sauce.
Pour everything into a large baking dish and layer with 6-8 slices of mozzarella cheese. (We used lactose-free veggie cheese).
Broil for 5-7 minutes until cheese begins to melt. If using veggie cheese, it may not melt as much as regular cheese, but it should soften.
Remove dish from oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
Notes
Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.