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Pizza Pasta Bake

Course Dinner
Keyword noodles
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces uncooked ziti pasta
  • 16 ounces mild Italian sausage ground
  • 1 cup 3.5 ounces pepperoni, divided (reserve 12-15 pepperonis to put on top!)
  • 3 cups 24 ounces marinara sauce
  • 4 cups 12 ounces shredded mozzarella, divided in half
  • Parmesan cheese to garnish optional
  • Basil fresh to garnish optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
  • Over medium heat, cook Italian sausage in a frying pan until no longer pink (about 5 minutes) and break into small pieces.
  • In a 9x13 baking dish, add cooked and drained pasta, cooked Italian sausage, pepperoni (reserve 12-15 pepperonis to put on top), marinara sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese. Stir until ingredients are evenly distributed. Top with the remaining mozzarella and pepperoni.
  • Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted and begins to bubble. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.