Description
This baked pepperoni pizza spaghetti casserole is easy to make, super comforting, and the ultimate family dinner recipe!
Ingredients
- Ground Pork: 1 lb
- Marinara: 24 oz or make your own tomato sauce
- Spaghetti: 12 oz
- Ricotta Cheese: 1 cup
- Egg: 1
- Mozzarella Cheese: 2 and 1/2 cups, shredded
- Pepperoni: Approx. 30 pieces or more as desired
Instructions
- Prepare: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- Make the meat sauce: Heat a large pan over medium heat and add one tablespoon of olive oil. Add the ground pork and break it down into smaller pieces using a wooden spoon, cooking it until no longer pink. Reduce the heat to low and mix in the marinara. Cover and simmer while proceeding to the next steps.
- Cook the pasta: Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions (cook for a couple of minutes less than specified). Once cooked, strain the noodles and turn off the heat for the sauce. Then, transfer the noodles to the sauce and mix them until they are fully coated.
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Assemble the casserole: Transfer half of the pasta to the greased 9x13 baking dish. Combine and mix the ricotta cheese and egg in a bowl until smooth, and then spread an even layer over the pasta. Transfer the remaining pasta on top of the ricotta layer and then sprinkle the top with mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices.
- Bake the casserole: Bake the casserole uncovered for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is slightly golden. Serve with parmesan cheese as desired.
Notes
It's recommended to cook the pasta noodles a couple of minutes less than the package specifies because after boiling the noodles, the casserole needs to bake. If the noodles are too soft after boiling, the casserole may have an undesirable mushy texture.
You may consider using the "smooth" version of ricotta rather than the "traditional" type as it will be a bit easier to spread.
Any type of pasta noodle works in this recipe, so if you're not feeling spaghetti, use another type such as penne, rotini, shells, etc.!
Nutrition facts are for informational purposes only. We are not responsible for any errors. We have tested the recipe for accuracy, but your results may vary. Please note that this is not medical or nutrition advice. Seek advice from a licensed professional if you need advice. We are not liable for any damages caused by your use of this content.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: lunch, dinner
- Method: bake
- Cuisine: italian