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Truffle Pizza Pasta Bake
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.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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