Pizza Pasta Casserole
This Pizza Pasta Casserole has all the delicious flavors of pizza, yet in a freezer friendly cheesy casserole! Pizza Casserole is an easy recipe made in 30 minutes, and one that the whole family will love.
Servings: 6
Calories: 268kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups Rotini pasta
- 1 14 ounce jar pizza sauce
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 5 ounce package Pepperoni, divided
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9x13” casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
- In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the directions on the package for al dente; drain the water after cooking
- While pasta is cooking, remove 24 slices of pepperoni to use on the top of the casserole. With the remaining slices, chop the pepperoni.
- Stir the following ingredients into the pot of drained pasta: pizza sauce, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, parmesan cheese and chopped pepperoni. Mix well and place in the prepared dish using a spatula.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the top; add the whole pepperoni slices.
- Bake in pre-heated oven for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container or covered in plastic wrap for up to 3 days.
- Can be assembled ahead of time, refrigerated, and baked later in the day
- Can be frozen for up to 3 months, to be baked at a later time.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 27mg | Sodium: 445mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g