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Pizza Pasta Bake
Instructions
1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup pasta water and drain the rest.
2
In a pan over medium heat, add olive oil, garlic, onion, and chopped pepperoni. Sauté until onion is soft and pepperoni is crispy.
3
Add tomato sauce and milk. Stir and bring to a simmer.
4
Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
5
Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted.
6
Add cooked pasta and a splash of pasta water. Mix well until everything is combined.
7
Transfer to an oven-safe dish. Top with more mozzarella and pepperoni.
8
Bake at 375°F for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Reserve Pasta Water for Silky Sauce 💧Save 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, then add it gradually to your tomato sauce to achieve a luxuriously creamy consistency that coats the noodles without relying solely on milk or cream.
- Crisp Pepperoni Before Mixing 🍕Cook pepperoni slices separately in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes until edges curl and render their oils, then add back to the pasta—this prevents soggy pepperoni and concentrates its flavor throughout the dish.
- Bloom Garlic and Onion in Oil First 🧄Sauté minced garlic and diced onion in olive oil for 2-3 minutes before adding tomato sauce to unlock their aromatic compounds and create a deeply flavorful foundation for the entire bake.
- Undercook Pasta by One Minute 🍝Cook pasta to just under al dente since it will continue cooking in the oven during baking; this prevents mushy, overcooked noodles in your final dish.
- Top with Fresh Parsley After Baking 🌿Sprinkle fresh chopped parsley only after the bake emerges from the oven to brighten the dish with fresh flavor and vibrant color that would otherwise be lost to heat.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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Smart Nutrition 
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