Pepperoni Pasta Bake Recipe

I never seem to get tired of casseroles, they are so easy to prepare and usually always turn out good. This recipe for pepperoni pasta bake is no different; it can be prepared quickly and the end result is amazing. This casserole consists of rotini noodles tossed with pasta sauce and Italian sausage. It is then topped with a layer of mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese, black olives and pepperoni. You can add additional ingredients as well such as ham, Canadian bacon, and cooked mushrooms. Before adding the pepperonis, I added an extra layer of mozzarella cheese on top. If you are looking for a simple casserole dish for dinner, this is perfect for you. Enjoy.Cooking Instructions:

Pepperoni Pasta Bake Recipe

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• Author: Bobby
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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• 1 (16 ounces) package uncooked rotini pasta
• 1lb ground Italian sausage
• 1 (16 ounces) jar pasta sauce
• 2 (12 ounces) containers cottage cheese
• 1 (2.25 ounce) can slice black olives (drained)
• 12 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 (3 ounces) packages sliced pepperoni

 

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Instructions

 

1. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9×13” casserole dish. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta to the pot and boil for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Meanwhile, in a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook the Italian sausage until evenly brown. Drain off any excess liquid.
   In the prepared casserole dish mix the cook rotini pasta, Italian sausage, and pasta sauce.
   In a medium bowl mix the cottage cheese, sliced black olives, and mozzarella cheese. Spoon the cheese mixture over the pasta mixture.
3. Top with pepperoni slices.
   Place into the oven and bake for 25 minutes at 350 degrees until bubbly and lightly browned.
   (Makes 8 Servings)