One-Pot Pizza Pasta Recipe
A delicious and easy one-pot pasta dish that combines the flavors of pizza and pasta into a quick and satisfying meal.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 oz small shell Pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 0.5 cup pepperoni sliced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese grated, for garnish
- 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- Add ground beef or Italian sausage to the pot. Cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Stir in the marinara sauce, water, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
- Add the uncooked penne pasta, ensuring it's covered by the sauce. Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is cooked to your liking.
- Stir in the mozzarella cheese and sliced pepperoni. Cook until the cheese is melted.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh basil.
Notes
Feel free to add your favorite pizza toppings such as mushrooms, olives, or bell peppers.