Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Pizza Pasta Bake, where gooey cheese, savory tomato sauce, and tender pasta come together for a heartwarming meal. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights, this dish is sure to satisfy both kids and adults alike. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a delightful way to bring everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices (or veggies of choice)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain without rinsing.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked pasta, pizza sauce, half the mozzarella, pepperoni, and Italian seasoning; mix well.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil. Pour in the pasta mixture and spread evenly. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg