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Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake: A Quick, Irresistible Delight!

A quick and irresistible Cheesy Pizza Pasta Bake that combines the flavors of pizza with pasta for a delightful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is cooked through. Drain excess fat.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add the cooked penne pasta and sliced pepperoni to the skillet, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
  • To make it vegetarian, substitute the ground beef with a mix of sautéed vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms.

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