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May 13, 2025

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This Truffle Pizza Pasta Bake is an over-the-top, cheesy twist on Friday pizza night. It combines crispy pepperoni, truffle-infused marinara, and a trio of cheeses into one decadent skillet dish. Made with pantry staples and broiled until bubbly and golden, it’s the perfect fusion of pasta, pizza, and rich, creamy goodness. Ideal as a shareable appetizer or indulgent main course.

Truffle Pizza Pasta Bake
Truffle Pizza Pasta Bake
Truffle Pizza Pasta Bake
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Truffle Pizza Pasta Bake

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These Carbs Don't Count
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Ingredients

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Milk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, then add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Add chopped pepperoni and cook until crispy.
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Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Then pour in the truffle pasta sauce and bring to a simmer.
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Add heavy cream and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and basil.
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Stir in ricotta, Parmesan, and mozzarella until melted and well combined.
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Add cooked pasta and reserved pasta water. Toss to combine and let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Top with additional mozzarella, Parmesan, and pepperoni.
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Broil for 7–10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden, and pepperoni is crispy.
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Let cool slightly before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Truffle Depth Technique 🍄
    Bloom the black truffle pasta sauce by briefly sautéing it with garlic and olive oil to intensify its complex flavor profile before mixing with other ingredients.
  • Cheese Layering Magic 🧀
    Create a three-cheese gradient by mixing ricotta into the base, sprinkling mozzarella in the middle, and topping with grated Parmesan for maximum textural complexity.
  • Pasta Water Emulsion Secret 💧
    Reserve and use pasta water strategically to help bind the sauce, adding starchy richness and helping the sauce cling perfectly to pasta and other ingredients.
  • Crispy Pepperoni Hack 🥓
    Pre-crisp pepperoni slices in a dry skillet before adding to the bake to concentrate their flavor and ensure they remain crunchy during baking.
  • Broiler Browning Technique 🔥
    Position your oven rack 6 inches from the broiler and watch carefully, rotating the dish every 1-2 minutes to achieve even, golden-brown caramelization without burning.

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