Macaroni Pizza
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food mashup with this irresistible Macaroni Pizza! Combining the creamy decadence of homemade mac and cheese with the bold flavors of your favorite pizza, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. A base of perfectly cooked elbow macaroni coated in a velvety cheddar cheese sauce forms the foundation, topped with zesty pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, savory pepperoni slices, and a sprinkle of Italian seasoning. Baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes, this fun and flavorful recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or laid-back gatherings. Serve up this creative twist on two classic favorites and watch it disappear in seconds! Keywords: macaroni pizza recipe, mac and cheese pizza, cheesy comfort food, easy baked pasta, pizza-inspired dinner recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Elbow macaroni
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Pizza sauce
- 20 pieces Pepperoni slices
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil and set aside.
Cook the elbow macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water for 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions (to ensure it's firm for baking). Drain and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly pour the milk into the saucepan, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the saucepan and stir until melted and smooth. Season the cheese sauce with salt and black pepper.
Combine the cooked macaroni with the cheese sauce in a large mixing bowl. Mix well to coat the pasta evenly.
Spread the macaroni and cheese mixture evenly across the greased baking dish, pressing gently to form a flat and even surface.
Spread the pizza sauce over the top of the macaroni and cheese layer in an even layer.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the pizza sauce.
Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle Italian seasoning over the pepperoni for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the Macaroni Pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.8 g | 228% | |
| Saturated Fat | 93.2 g | 466% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 6468 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 232.3 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.5 g | ||
| Protein | 148.5 g | 297% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.5 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 3161 mg | 243% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 2413 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
