How to Make Pepperoni Casserole - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pepperoni casserole is a delicious and indulgent dish that combines the flavors of pepperoni, cheese, and pasta in a comforting and satisfying way. Whether you're looking for a hearty weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish to bring to a potluck, this recipe is sure to hit the spot.

With layers of creamy cheese sauce, zesty pepperoni, and tender pasta, this casserole is a surefire way to satisfy your cravings for comfort food. The flavors meld together beautifully in the oven, creat...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) package uncooked rotini pasta
  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar pasta sauce
  • 2 (12 ounce) containers cottage cheese
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives
  • 12 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 (3 ounce) packages sliced pepperoni

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly brown.
  • In the prepared casserole dish, mix the cooked pasta, sausage, and pasta sauce. In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, olives, and mozzarella cheese. Spoon the cheese mixture over the sausage and pasta mixture. Top with pepperoni slices.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.
  • Nutrition

    694 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 86mg
    • Sodium: 1732mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 54g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 8g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 426mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 507mg