Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Pizza Pasta Casserole, a delightful fusion of classic pizza flavors and hearty pasta. This easy, one-pan dish combines tender rotini with savory ground beef, zesty pepperoni, and rich marinara sauce, all topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this family-friendly casserole will satisfy both kids and adults alike—making mealtime a breeze. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping proteins for a unique twist every time. With simple preparation and quick cooking, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz rotini pasta
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 oz chopped pepperoni (plus 20 slices for topping)
- 1 green bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 36 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Cook rotini in boiling salted water until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet, brown ground beef with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt until no longer pink.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, beef mixture, chopped pepperoni, diced bell pepper, onion, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish and bake for 15 minutes.
- Add remaining mozzarella and top with reserved pepperoni; bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly.
- Let rest before serving.
- 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: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg