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Pizza Pasta

This pizza pasta bake combines the savory flavors of classic pizza with hearty pasta for a fun and satisfying meal.

Ingredients :

  • 16 ounces cavatappi penne, or rotini
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 8 ounces Italian sausage mild or hot
  • 8 ounces lean ground beef
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ red bell pepper diced
  • ½ green bell pepper diced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes drained, 14.5 ounces each
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 2 jars pasta sauce 24 ounces each
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 28 slices pepperoni

Directions :

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook pasta el dente according to package directions. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, brown onion, sausage, and beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any fat.
  • Add in garlic and red and green peppers, and cook 2-3 minutes until tender. Add drained tomatoes, oregano, and pasta sauce. Stir well.
  • Combine pasta and tomato sauce and pour into a greased 9×13 pan. Top with cheese and pepperoni slices.
  • Bake 35-40 minutes uncovered or until cheese is melted and pasta is heated through.