Loaded Pepperoni Pizza Casserole
Loaded Pepperoni Pizza Casserole combines tender pasta, zesty marinara, and crunchy pepperoni with layers of melted cheese for a comforting and easy meal.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. pasta (rotini or penne)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup mini pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In the same pot, drizzle olive oil and add the cooked pasta, stirring to coat.
- Add the pizza sauce to the pasta and mix well.
- Fold in half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the mini pepperoni.
- Transfer the pasta mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and mini pepperoni.
- Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Timing is key: prep all ingredients beforehand to manage hectic evenings. Cheese choice: you can use different types of cheese for new flavors. Freezing made easy: assemble ahead of time and freeze for a ready meal.