Pizza Bake Pasta Pizza

Introducing the irresistible "Pizza Bake Pasta Pizza," a mouthwatering fusion of two comfort food classics: pizza and pasta! This dish combines tender penne pasta with a rich marinara sauce, sautéed vegetables, savory pepperoni slices, and a medley of gooey mozzarella and parmesan cheeses, all baked to golden perfection. Infused with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, this crowd-pleasing casserole offers the iconic flavors of a pizza in a hearty, oven-baked pasta dish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe is easy to prepare in just 45 minutes and serves up to six hungry guests. With layers of cheesy goodness, pepperoni, and zesty marinara, this pizza-pasta hybrid is guaranteed to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 300 g penne pasta
• 2 cups marinara sauce
• 100 g pepperoni slices
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cups parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cups black olives (sliced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a thin layer of olive oil.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook until al dente according to package instructions, usually about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, marinara sauce, sautéed vegetables, black olives, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat the pasta.

Step 5

Transfer the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the pasta. Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly on top, and then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese over the entire dish.

Step 7

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown.

Step 8

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Garnish with additional parmesan cheese or a sprinkle of Italian seasoning if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1570.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3007.7

Total Fat 150.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 298.5mg	0%
Sodium 7533.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 281.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 23.0g
Protein 137.5g	0%

Vitamin D 36.2IU	0%
Calcium 2254.2mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 1731.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.7%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 37.2%