Pizza Pasta Casserole
All the beloved flavors of pepperoni pizza come together with rigatoni in a bubbly cheesy casserole that kids go absolutely wild over. It is the best of both worlds served in one comforting baking dish.
A cheesy baked rigatoni casserole packed with pepperoni and mozzarella that tastes just like pizza.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
Cook the Rigatoni
Cook rigatoni in a large pot of salted boiling water for 2 minutes less than the package directions since it will continue cooking in the oven. Drain well and set aside.
Mix the Casserole
Combine the drained rigatoni with marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, half the mozzarella, and half the pepperoni in a large bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
Layer and Top
Transfer the pasta mixture to a greased 9x13 baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella, parmesan, and arrange the remaining pepperoni slices over the cheese.
Bake Until Bubbly
Cover with foil and bake at 190 degrees C for 20 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling at the edges.
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