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Cheesy Pizza Pasta Casserole: Easy and Flavorful Recipe!

A delicious and easy-to-make Cheesy Pizza Pasta Casserole that combines the flavors of pizza with pasta for a comforting meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces rotini pasta
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 1 can 15 ounces pizza sauce
  • 1 can 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup sliced pepperoni
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or Italian sausage until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Stir in the pizza sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta with the meat and sauce mixture. Mix well to ensure the pasta is evenly coated.
  7. Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and half of the pepperoni slices. Add the remaining pasta mixture on top, then sprinkle with the remaining mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and Parmesan cheese.
  8. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  9. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition

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

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the meat with sautéed mushrooms or extra vegetables like zucchini and spinach.
  • Add your favorite pizza toppings such as olives, mushrooms, or jalapeños for extra flavor and variety.

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