Sausage Pizza Bake

Transform your pizza night with this irresistible Sausage Pizza Bake—a hearty, comforting casserole that pairs all your favorite pizza toppings with tender penne pasta. Packed with savory Italian sausage, gooey mozzarella, zesty marinara sauce, and a medley of toppings like pepperoni, green bell peppers, and black olives, this dish delivers bold, crowd-pleasing flavors in every bite. Finished with a golden, bubbly cheese topping and a touch of oregano, this easy-to-make bake is ready in just 40 minutes, making it the perfect weeknight dinner or game-day treat. Whether you’re catering to pizza lovers or pasta enthusiasts, this fusion recipe ensures seconds are guaranteed!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound italian sausage (mild or hot)
• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 2 cups marinara or pizza sauce
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 20 pieces pepperoni slices
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup black olives, sliced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or lightly coat it with olive oil.

Step 2

Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks, until browned and fully cooked (about 5-7 minutes). Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Add the diced green bell pepper to the skillet with the sausage and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, cooked sausage and peppers, marinara or pizza sauce, 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese, and the grated Parmesan cheese. Stir well to combine evenly.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 7

Top the pasta mixture with the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese, then arrange the pepperoni slices and black olives on top.

Step 8

Sprinkle the dried oregano, garlic powder, and optional red pepper flakes evenly over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are lightly golden.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional Parmesan or fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1531.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4337.4

Total Fat 266.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 622.7mg	0%
Sodium 9146.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.9g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 197.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2651.1mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 2187.7mg	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: 55.2%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 26.6%