Certainly! Pepperoni Pizza Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that captures the flavors of a classic pepperoni pizza in a convenient casserole form. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound (16 oz) rotini or your favorite pasta
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a large baking dish.
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Once cooked through, drain excess fat.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage, cooking until the onion is softened.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cooked pasta. Top with half of the sauce, followed by half of the sliced pepperoni and half of the shredded mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining pasta, sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
- Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
This Pepperoni Pizza Casserole is a crowd-pleaser and a great option for a comforting family dinner. Enjoy!
