Plus, I think dinners in can be even moreromanticthan going out- especially on a busy holiday.

I surprised Joe with it on Valentine’s Day, and it was a big hit with him.

I guess it really is true that a way to a man’s heart is through his stomach!

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Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

One person cook the noodles until al dente, according to package directions.

When finished cooking, drain and set aside on wax paper to prevent sticking.

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Add the garlic and cook for about a minute more, until fragrant.

Then add the ground beef and sausage to the pan and cook until no longer pink and cooked through.

Let simmer for at least one hour.

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To finish, top the last layer (which should be meat sauce) with the grated cheeses.

Toss the first six ingredients together in a medium bowl.

In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar and mustard.

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Add salt, pepper, and herb blend to taste and whisk again to combine.

Just before serving, pour dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.

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