Ingredient List
For the Pizza Pasta:
  • 10 ounces medium shell pasta
  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 (14 ounce) jar pizza sauce
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (6.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
  • 1 (3.8 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
  • 6 ounces sliced pepperoni
  • 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat and Spray

  • Preheat oven to 350oF.

  • Spray 13×9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Preparation

  • Cook pasta in large pot according to package directions.

  • Drain and set aside.

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion and bell pepper until beef is no longer pink (about 10 mins).

  • Drain any excess grease.

  • Add garlic, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper, pizza sauce, tomatoes, mushrooms, olives and pepperoni.

  • Heat until sauce begins to simmer.

  • Combine the cooked pasta and sauce mixture; toss to blend thoroughly.

Combine and Bake

  • Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan.

  • Top with shredded cheese.

  • Bake 25-30 minutes, until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted thoroughly. Serve immediately.

NOTES
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