🍕 Cheesy Melty Pizza Bake
🧾 Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini work best)
- 1 cup pizza sauce (or marinara)
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup cheddar cheese (optional, for extra melt)
- ½ cup pepperoni slices (or cooked chicken/veggies)
- ½ cup bell peppers, diced
- ¼ cup onions, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prep the base
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Lightly grease a baking dish.
2. Mix everything
In a large bowl, combine:
- Cooked pasta
- Pizza sauce
- Half of the mozzarella
- Pepperoni (or your topping of choice)
- Veggies
- Seasonings
Mix well so everything is coated.
3. Assemble
Transfer mixture to baking dish.
Top with remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
4. Bake
Bake for 15–20 minutes until:
- Cheese is fully melted
- Top is bubbly and slightly golden
5. Garnish & serve
Sprinkle fresh herbs on top and serve hot!
🔥 Optional Add-Ons
- Olives or mushrooms for extra pizza vibes
- Crushed red chili flakes for spice
- Drizzle of garlic butter on top
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I make it low-carb?
Yes! Swap pasta with cauliflower or zucchini.
Q: Can I use leftover chicken?
Absolutely—it tastes amazing in this dish.
Q: How to store?
Keep in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in oven or microwave.
