Pizza Hotdish

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food combination with this Pizza Hotdish, a crowd-pleasing recipe that brings all the flavors of your favorite pizza into a hearty one-pot casserole. Featuring savory ground Italian sausage, vibrant vegetables like bell peppers and onions, and gooey layers of mozzarella and cheddar cheese, this dish is the perfect harmony of pasta bake and pizza night. With tender rotini pasta simmered in a rich pizza sauce and topped with crispy pepperoni slices, every bite is packed with classic Italian flavors. Simple to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, this hotdish is an ideal weeknight dinner or potluck star. Garnished with dried Italian seasoning or fresh basil, it’s a family-friendly meal that's easy to make and sure to impress. Perfect for pizza lovers who crave a new twist on a timeless favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground Italian sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 24 oz pizza sauce
• 12 oz rotini pasta, uncooked
• 3 cups water
• 1 cup pepperoni slices
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground Italian sausage until browned, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the pizza sauce, dried Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a large pot, combine the uncooked rotini pasta and 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cook the pasta for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just tender. Drain and set aside.

Step 6

In the prepared baking dish, layer the cooked pasta evenly on the bottom. Pour the sausage and sauce mixture over the pasta, spreading it into an even layer.

Step 7

Sprinkle an even layer of shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the cheese.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.

Step 10

Let the hotdish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional Italian seasoning or fresh basil, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3028.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5557.9

Total Fat 332.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 135.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 858.0mg	0%
Sodium 15703.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 385.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.5g	0%
Total Sugars 62.2g
Protein 263.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 3067.2mg	0%
Iron 29.5mg	0%
Potassium 7220.1mg	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: 53.6%

Protein: 18.8%

Carbs: 27.6%