Manly Marzetti

Ingredients

Directions

1. 1

   Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place the farfalle (aka bow ties) into the pot, cook 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.

2. 2

   Peel Italian sausage and simmer in 24 ounces of beer for 10 minutes or until cooked through. Drain. Slice into 1/8" slices.

3. 3

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

4. 4

   Lightly grease 11 x 7 x 2-inch baking dish (or 8x8-inch pan) and set aside.

5. 5

   Heat olive oil in a very large heavy skillet over moderate heat 1 minute.

6. 6

   Add onion and garlic. Stir-fry until limp, about 3 minutes.

7. 7

   Add mushrooms and stir-fry until juices are released and evaporate, about 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Add beef and cook and stir, breaking up clumps, until no longer red, about 5 minutes.

9. 9

   I usually drain the beef mixture in a fine mesh colander due to the volume of high water content onions and mushrooms.

10. 10

    Off heat, mix in tomato sauce, Italian sausage slices and all but 1 cup cheese.

11. 11

    Transfer to baking dish, add bow ties, and toss gently but thoroughly to mix.

12. 12

    Scatter remaining 1 cup cheese on top. (Add grated parmesan cheese if more is needed.).

13. 13

    Bake, uncovered, until browned and bubbling, 35-40 minutes, and serve.