Description
A comforting casserole combining cheesy goodness, savory pepperoni, and tender pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, sliced pepperoni, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, and garnish with fresh basil if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. This dish can also be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Cheese Pasta, Pepperoni Pizza, Casserole, Italian, Comfort Food