Pasta Pizza from Leftovers or Not
Transform last night’s dinner into today’s masterpiece with “Pasta Pizza from Leftovers or Not,” a brilliant fusion of comfort food classics that’s both practical and indulgent. This recipe turns cooked pasta into a crispy, golden crust bound with eggs and Parmesan, then layers it with tangy pizza sauce, gooey mozzarella, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for repurposing leftovers or starting from scratch, this unique dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner solution. Whether topped with pepperoni, mushrooms, or fresh veggies, this oven-baked pasta pizza delivers a crispy bite and melty center in every slice. Discover a creative way to reduce food waste while satisfying your pizza cravings—all in a single skillet!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cooked pasta (e.g., spaghetti, penne, or fusilli)
- 3 large Eggs
- 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cups Pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 cup Toppings of choice (e.g., pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, olives)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Italian seasoning (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). If using an oven-safe skillet, place it in the oven to warm up.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning (if using).
Add the cooked pasta to the egg mixture and toss until the pasta is evenly coated.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, oven-safe, non-stick skillet over medium heat. If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, you can transfer to a baking dish later.
Pour the pasta mixture into the skillet, pressing it down into an even layer. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the bottom is golden and crispy.
Spread the pizza sauce or marinara sauce evenly over the top of the pasta crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add your desired toppings.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, carefully slide the pasta crust onto a baking sheet or into a baking dish after step 5, then add the sauce, cheese, and toppings before baking.
Remove the skillet or dish from the oven and let the pasta pizza cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
Slice into wedges or squares and serve warm. Enjoy your Pasta Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3257 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.3 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.6 g | 363% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 848 mg | 283% | |
| Sodium | 7615 mg | 331% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.6 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.9 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 149.1 g | 298% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1490 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 13.6 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 1340 mg | 29% | |
*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.
