Creamy Pepperoni Pasta Bake Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and flavorful dinner featuring ground beef, pepperoni, and shell noodles in a creamy tomato sauce, topped with melted mozzarella cheese.

Ingredients

• 150 g Mooz Cream Cheese
• 200 g Pork Passion Spicy & Smoky Pork Pepperoni Salami
• 1 pack (500 g) Milky Mist Shredded Mozzarella Pizza Cheese
• 400 g Pastazara Fusilli Pasta
• 390 g The Gourmet Jar Classic Pizza Sauce

Instructions

1. 1. On high heat, warm 8 oz cream cheese in a large skillet until melted and smooth.
2. 2. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in 2 cups pizza sauce until combined with the cream cheese.
3. 3. Simmer the mixture for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. 4. While the sauce simmers, boil 12 oz fusilli pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
5. 5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a large baking dish, combine the cooked noodles with the sauce mixture. Stir in 1 cup sliced pepperoni and mix evenly.
6. 6. Sprinkle 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the pasta mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. 7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving.