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Cheesy Pizza Pasta Casserole is a must-try dish!

All the flavors of your favorite pizza baked into a cheesy, hearty pasta casserole the whole family will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 12 ounces pasta penne or rotini
  • 1 jar marinara sauce
  • 1/2 pound Italian sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup pepperoni slices
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pasta, marinara sauce, cooked sausage, and half the mozzarella cheese.
  4. Pour mixture into the baking dish.
  5. Top with remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni slices.
  6. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8.  

Notes

  • Swap pepperoni for cooked mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers for a veggie version.
  • Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.

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