Pizza Pasta Bake
A cheesy, crowd-pleasing Pizza Pasta Bake loaded with bacon, sausage, pepperoni, and all your favorite pizza toppings! It’s hearty, versatile, and ready in under an hour — perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or when you can’t choose between pizza or pasta.
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 6 Slices Bacon, chopped
- 1 lb Italian Sausage
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
- 1/2 Cup Red Onion, diced
- 4 Garlic Cloves, minced
- 1 oz Pepperoni Slices + a few extra for topping
- 6 oz Canadian Bacon divided in half
- 24 oz Jar of Marinara or Pizza Sauce
- 1/4 Cup Water put it in the jar and shake it to get all the sauce out.
- 1 tsp Italian Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1 lb Penne Pasta, cooked just under al dente or any short pasta you like
- 1/4 Cup Parmesan Cheese
- 3 Cups Mozzarella Cheese
- Red Pepper Flakes optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Cook bacon in a large skillet until crispy; set aside and drain grease.
- Brown sausage with bell pepper and onion. Reserve a spoonful for topping.
- Stir in garlic, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, and olives; cook 1 minute.
- Add marinara sauce, water, Italian seasoning, and salt. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in cooked pasta and half the bacon. Sprinkle Parmesan, then top with 2 1/2 cups of the mozzarella.
- Add reserved toppings, remaining bacon and remaining mozzarella. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes. Bake 12–15 minutes until bubbly.Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Notes
- Cheese swaps: Use provolone, cheddar, or an Italian blend for a new twist.
- Topping ideas: Mushrooms, banana peppers, jalapeños, or even pineapple for a Hawaiian twist!
- Pasta options: Rotini, ziti, rigatoni, or shells work just as well.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Microwave single portions for 1–2 minutes or until hot.
- Make it your own: Swap out meats, add veggies, or drizzle with ranch, hot honey, or extra sauce — this recipe is endlessly versatile!