Pasta takes the place of a pizza crust in this great family-friendly casserole.

Baking Time: 20 minutes

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Serves: 6

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Ingredients

  • 1 Ontario Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Ontario Greenhouse Sweet Red Pepper, diced
  • 2 tbsp (25 mL) vegetable oil
  • 1 can (28 oz/796 mL) diced tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp (25 mL) tomato paste
  • 1-1/2 tsp (7 mL) each dried basil and granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) each dried oregano and salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1 mL) red pepper flakes
  • 2-1/2 cups (625 mL) cubed Ontario Pepperoni (about 350 g)
  • 2-1/2 cups (625 mL) penne pasta
  • 1-1/3 cups (325 mL) shredded Ontario Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

In large deep skillet, cook onion, garlic and red pepper in oil over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, tomato paste, basil, sugar, oregano, salt and pepper flakes; bring to boil. Add pepperoni cubes; reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, cook pasta in boiling salted water for 8 to 10 minutes or until tender but firm. Drain well and return to pot. Add sauce, stirring to coat.

Place mixture in 11- x 7-inch (2 L) baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Bake in 400°F (200°C) oven for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and top is golden.

Tip:  This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.

Nutritional information

  • Protein: 28.0 grams
  • Fat: 24.0 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 44.0 grams
  • Calories: 513
  • Fibre: 3.0 grams
  • Sodium: 1710 mg