Cheesy Pizza Pasta
This Cheesy Pizza Pasta is the ultimate comfort food casserole, combining all the bold flavors of pizza with tender pasta and a rich, cheesy sauce. Made with ground beef, sausage, marinara, and gooey mozzarella, this oven-baked pasta dish is perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or cozy weekends at home.
Why You’ll Love This Cheesy Pizza Pasta:
Quick & Easy Dinner Recipe Ready in under 1 hour
Family-Friendly Comfort Food Kids and adults love it
One-Pan + One-Bake Meal Minimal cleanup
Perfect for Meal Prep Tastes even better the next day
Customizable Pizza Flavors Add peppers, olives, or mushrooms
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef
1 lb sausage (Italian or your favorite variety)
½ yellow onion, diced
3 cups rotini pasta, cooked al dente
32 oz marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Directions:
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed. Add the diced onion and sauté until soft and fragrant.
Stir in the cooked rotini pasta, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix until everything is well combined.
Remove from heat and stir in 1½ cups mozzarella cheese until melted and creamy.
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 baking dish and sprinkle the remaining mozzarella on top.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden. Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Serving Suggestions:
Serve this baked pizza pasta casserole with garlic bread, a green salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal.
Nutrition & Cooking Info:
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
Total Time: 45–50 minutes
Calories: ~450 kcal per serving
Servings: 6
Cheesy Pizza Pasta, Pizza Pasta Bake, Baked Pasta Casserole, Easy Family Dinner, Comfort Food Recipes, Cheesy Pasta Recipe, Ground Beef Pasta Bake, Weeknight Dinner Ideas
Cheesy Pizza Pasta is a comforting baked pasta recipe made with ground beef, sausage, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella. Perfect for an easy family dinner.
