Description

Discover the joy of family dinners with our Super Easy Pizza Pasta Bake, a delightful fusion of pizza flavors and comforting pasta that everyone will love. This simple dish combines only four essential ingredients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks when you want to impress without spending hours cooking. With its gooey mozzarella cheese and savory turkey pepperoni layered over tender penne pasta, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Plus, you can customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or extra cheese. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this hearty meal that captures the essence of comfort food in every bite!

Ingredients

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1 pound uncooked penne
3 cups marinara sauce
10 ounces sliced turkey pepperoni
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and adjust the rack to the top third.
Boil salted water in a large pot, add uncooked penne, and cook for 2 minutes less than package instructions. Drain and return to pot.
Stir in marinara sauce and about one-third of the turkey pepperoni into the cooked pasta until fully combined.
Transfer pasta mixture to a 9×13 baking dish, spreading evenly.
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and remaining turkey pepperoni.
Bake uncovered for about 20 minutes, then switch on broil for a few additional minutes until crispy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 55mg