Macaroni Pizza Casserole
Transform weeknight dinners into a mouthwatering masterpiece with this Macaroni Pizza Casserole! Combining the comforting flavors of cheesy baked pasta with the irresistible allure of pizza, this dish is a family-favorite hybrid that delivers on all fronts. Tender elbow macaroni is coated in a rich, savory sauce made with browned Italian sausage, sautéed onions, and garlic, then layered with gooey mozzarella, sharp Parmesan, and a crispy topping of pepperoni slices. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is seasoned with classic Italian herbs for a true pizzeria-inspired finish. Perfect for feeding a crowd or prepping for leftovers, this baked pasta dish comes together in just 45 minutes and serves six hearty portions. Add this simple and satisfying recipe to your rotation for a dinner that's sure to please kids and adults alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Elbow macaroni
- 1 pound Ground Italian sausage
- 1 Yellow onion, diced
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 24 ounces Pizza sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Shredded Parmesan cheese
- 20 slices Sliced pepperoni
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the ground Italian sausage and cook until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add the diced onion to the skillet with the sausage and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
Pour the pizza sauce into the skillet and stir to combine with the sausage mixture. Season with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with the sausage and sauce mixture. Stir until the pasta is evenly coated.
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Pour the macaroni mixture into the dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded Parmesan cheese over the top of the pasta.
Top the casserole with an even layer of pepperoni slices.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the pepperoni is slightly crisp.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 233.0 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.4 g | 452% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 587 mg | 196% | |
| Sodium | 13684 mg | 595% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.9 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.2 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.7 g | ||
| Protein | 197.6 g | 395% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2502 mg | 192% | |
| Iron | 29.3 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 5679 mg | 121% | |
*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.
