Description
A hearty casserole that combines the savory flavors of pizza with comforting pasta, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces Rotini Pasta
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 cup Pepperoni
- 1 cup Green Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Onion
- 24 ounces Marinara Sauce
- 2 cups Mozzarella Cheese
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and add the rotini pasta, cooking until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, add the ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion, green bell pepper, and garlic powder until onions are translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine pasta, browned meat, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepperoni.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with mozzarella cheese, and sprinkle with extra Italian seasoning.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
Don’t overcook the pasta; undercook slightly so it holds its shape during baking. Feel free to customize with different vegetables and cheeses.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg