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Cheesy Pepperoni Pasta Bake

This hearty and delicious Pepperoni Pasta Bake is loaded with juicy ground beef, twirly rotini pasta, a robust marinara sauce, and topped with layered pepperoni and an abundance of three cheese blend. It's sure to quickly become a family favorite at your dining table.
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
776
CALORIES
$3.35
PER SERVING
Cheesy Pepperoni Pasta Bake
Directions
BEEF
20 min
PREP TIME
40 min
COOK TIME
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
1
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef seasoned with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain off any excess fat.
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2
Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente, then drain.
3
Combine the browned ground beef with marinara sauce and mini pepperoni in a large bowl. Mix in the cooked rotini pasta and stir until it is well coated with the sauce.
4
Spread half of the pasta mixture in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle half of the three cheese blend on top, then layer 10 slices of large pepperoni.
5
Repeat with the remaining pasta mixture, three cheese blend, and pepperoni slices.
6
Finish off with a sprinkle of freshly grated Parmesan cheese on top.
7
Bake uncovered for about 30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and beginning to brown. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil.
8
Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Health Info
Macros
54g
CARBS
41g
FAT
44g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
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