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Tik Tok Pizza Pasta Casserole

This TikTok-inspired Pizza Pasta Casserole combines the comfort of cheesy pasta with the fun flavors of pizza. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American Italian
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot
  • 1 colander
  • 1 large mixing bowl
  • 1 9x13 inch baking dish
  • 1 frying pan
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • 1 oven mitts
  • 1 spoon or spatula for serving

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian sausage Casing removed.
  • 1 count bell pepper Diced.
  • 1 small onion Diced.
  • 15 ounces pizza sauce 1 can.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • for garnish fresh basil Optional.

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the diced bell pepper and onion to the pan. Sauté with the sausage until the vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, sausage and vegetable mixture, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix until well combined.
  • Transfer half of the pasta mixture to the baking dish and sprinkle with one cup of mozzarella cheese and half of the pepperoni. Layer the remaining pasta mixture on top and finish with the rest of the mozzarella cheese and pepperoni.
  • Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil if desired, then serve warm.

Notes

You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms, olives, or cooked bacon.
For a vegetarian option, substitute sausage with a meat alternative or skip it altogether and add more veggies.
This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.