Loaded Pizza Pasta Bake (Printable Version)

Ziti layered with marinara, pepperoni, olives, and bubbling mozzarella in an oven-baked classic.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pasta & Sauce

01 - 12 ounces ziti pasta
02 - 2 cups marinara sauce

→ Toppings

03 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
04 - 12 to 15 slices pepperoni
05 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook ziti pasta according to package directions until al dente, then drain thoroughly.
02 - In a large bowl, mix cooked ziti with marinara sauce. Spread half of the mixture evenly in a baking dish. Layer with half the pepperoni slices, black olives, and mozzarella cheese.
03 - Spoon the remaining pasta mixture on top. Finish with remaining pepperoni slices, olives, and mozzarella cheese.
04 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden on top.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Fun mash-up of two family favorites
  • Customizable with your favorite pizza toppings
  • Ready in forty minutes
  • Great way to use pantry pasta and jarred sauce
  • Satisfies both pasta and pizza cravings in a single dish
02 -
  • This recipe freezes beautifully in individual portions
  • Packs in protein and calcium thanks to mozzarella and pepperoni
  • Easy to double for a crowd or potluck
03 -
  • Always undercook the pasta by a minute to keep it from turning mushy later
  • Shred your own mozzarella for the stretchiest strands and better browning
  • Let the bake sit before serving so each piece stays intact and extra gooey
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