Pizza Hut Cavatini Copycat
Recreate the nostalgic flavors of a Pizza Hut classic with this irresistible Cavatini Copycat recipe! Featuring a savory blend of rotini and shell pasta, hearty ground Italian sausage and beef, zesty pepperoni, and vibrant veggies like green bell pepper, onions, and mushrooms, this baked pasta dish is comfort food at its finest. Coated in rich marinara sauce and topped with melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, every bite is packed with cheesy, meaty goodness. Perfectly seasoned with garlic, oregano, and basil, this casserole-style dinner comes together with just 20 minutes of prep and bakes to bubbly perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this Pizza Hut Cavatini Copycat is sure to be a hit with the whole family!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Rotini pasta
- 8 ounces Shell pasta
- 24 ounces Marinara sauce
- 4 ounces Pepperoni slices
- 8 ounces Ground Italian sausage
- 8 ounces Ground beef
- 1 Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 cup Sliced mushrooms
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the rotini and shell pasta separately according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and sliced mushrooms. Sauté for 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Add the ground Italian sausage and ground beef to the skillet. Cook until the meats are browned and fully cooked, breaking them into small pieces. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in the marinara sauce, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rotini, shell pasta, meat sauce mixture, and half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
Arrange the pepperoni slices on top of the pasta mixture.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and all the Parmesan cheese evenly over the top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the cavatini rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4836 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 251.4 g | 322% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.3 g | 516% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 699 mg | 233% | |
| Sodium | 9839 mg | 428% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.6 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.1 g | ||
| Protein | 244.2 g | 488% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2864 mg | 220% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 3356 mg | 71% | |
*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.
