Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food fusion with this Pizza Pasta Bake, where the heartiness of pasta meets the cheesy goodness of pizza. With a golden, bubbling crust and layers of savory marinara, zesty pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella, this dish transforms any weeknight into a festive occasion. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, it’s an easy-to-make recipe that guarantees smiles all around.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz pepperoni slices
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the penne until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions and bell peppers until soft (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, sautéed vegetables, pepperoni, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg