Super Easy Pizza Pasta Bake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Pasta Base
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450 grams uncooked penne
→ Sauce and Toppings
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720 millilitres marinara sauce
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280 grams sliced pepperoni
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200 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 190°C and position the rack in the upper third of the oven.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne for approximately 2 minutes less than the package instructions indicate. Drain and return to the cooking pot.
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Stir marinara sauce and roughly one-third of the pepperoni through the drained pasta until evenly coated.
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Spread the pasta mixture evenly in a 23 × 33 centimetre baking or casserole dish.
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Distribute mozzarella cheese evenly over the top, then arrange the remaining pepperoni slices over the cheese.
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Bake uncovered for 20 minutes. For a golden, crisp top, briefly broil on high, monitoring to prevent burning.
# Notes:
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Slightly undercooking the pasta ensures it stays al dente during baking.