Description
This Easy Pizza Pasta Bake combines all the best flavors of pizza in a cheesy, baked pasta dish. With melty mozzarella, zesty sauce, and plenty of pepperoni, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sliced pepperoni
- ½ lb ground Italian sausage (optional)
- ½ cup bell peppers, diced
- ½ cup black olives, sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish.
- Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and toss with olive oil.
- Brown sausage in a pan over medium heat, then drain excess fat.
- Combine pasta, sauce, sausage, bell peppers, and half the mozzarella in a large bowl. Mix well.
- Transfer to baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Add mushrooms, onions, or jalapeños for extra toppings.
- Use whole wheat pasta for a healthier twist.
- Serve with garlic bread or a side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~420 kcal
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Protein: 22 g