Pizza Pasta Bake

Health score
10%
Pizza Pasta Bake
30 min.
8
634kcal

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Are you ready to indulge in a dish that combines the best of both worlds? Introducing the Pizza Pasta Bake, a delightful fusion of your favorite pizza flavors and comforting pasta that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy! Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy night in, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying.

Imagine al dente penne pasta enveloped in a rich, zesty pizza sauce, complemented by savory sweet Italian sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and earthy mushrooms. Each bite is a burst of flavor, enhanced by the freshness of basil and the gooey goodness of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. And let’s not forget the crispy pepperoni on top, adding that classic pizza touch that everyone loves!

This Pizza Pasta Bake is a versatile dish that can serve as a hearty main course, a delightful side dish, or even a lunch option that will keep you fueled throughout the day. With just 30 minutes of prep time, you can whip up a meal that serves eight, making it an ideal choice for feeding a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a mouthwatering masterpiece that will have everyone asking for seconds. Your culinary adventure awaits!

Ingredients

  • 16 oz penne pasta 
  • links sausage sweet italian cut into 1/2-inch slices
  • cup bell pepper green chopped
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • 15 oz tomato sauce organic canned
  • oz olives pitted ripe drained sliced canned
  • oz optional: bacon and parsley drained canned
  • large bunch basil fresh coarsely chopped
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 0.5 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup pepperoni sliced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package, using minimum cook time.
  2. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, bell pepper and onion over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until sausage is no longer pink and vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. In baking dish, mix pasta and pizza sauce.
  4. Add sausage-vegetable mixture, olives, mushrooms and basil; toss until well combined.
  5. Sprinkle with cheeses; top with pepperoni.
  6. Bake uncovered 8 to 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories634kcal
Protein17.19%
Fat51.28%
Carbs31.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.63
Glycemic Load
18.47
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
18.935652116071%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
1mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Quercetin
2.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:634.17kcal
31.71%
Fat:35.83g
55.12%
Saturated Fat:13.81g
86.29%
Carbohydrates:49.55g
16.52%
Net Carbohydrates:45.74g
16.63%
Sugar:4.69g
5.21%
Cholesterol:86.6mg
28.87%
Sodium:1513.78mg
65.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:27.03g
54.06%
Selenium:55.87µg
79.81%
Manganese:0.7mg
35.21%
Phosphorus:340.33mg
34.03%
Vitamin C:20.46mg
24.79%
Calcium:243.65mg
24.37%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.45%
Vitamin B12:1.2µg
20.08%
Zinc:3mg
19.98%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18.08%
Vitamin B3:3.4mg
17.01%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.84%
Copper:0.32mg
15.81%
Fiber:3.82g
15.26%
Magnesium:58.87mg
14.72%
Potassium:502.04mg
14.34%
Vitamin A:681.29IU
13.63%
Vitamin E:1.88mg
12.5%
Iron:2.21mg
12.28%
Vitamin K:8.58µg
8.17%
Vitamin B5:0.8mg
8.04%
Folate:26.14µg
6.54%
Vitamin D:0.24µg
1.58%