Pizza Macaroni and Cheese
Servings: 6
Calories: 567kcal
Delicious three cheese mac and cheese combined with thick pasta sauce and pepperoni makes for the best side dish or entrée with Pizza Mac and Cheese!
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Ingredients
- 16 ounces cavatappi pasta , cooked al dente according to package directions
- 3 ounces pepperoni , sliced and divided
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon homemade Italian seasoning
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese , shredded
- ½ cup low-moisture mozzarella cheese , shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce , plus more for serving
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese , shredded
- Parsley , for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Cook the pasta accordingly to package directions for al dente. Drain, toss with a small amount of olive oil to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Chop about ½ cup of the pepperoni, leaving 10-12 slices whole.
- Melt the butter, adding the flour, garlic and onion powder and Italian seasoning in large saucepan set over medium heat. Whisk together until it forms a paste.
- Slowly whisk in the milk. Continue to whisk and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, until it thickens slightly and flavors marry.
- Remove the sauce from heat and whisk in the white cheddar cheese.
- Toss in the pasta and chopped pepperoni.
- Transfer to greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish (or any 3-quart casserole, baking dish or cast iron skillet).
- Top with the reserved sliced pepperoni. Spoon marinara sauce on top. Sprinkle with the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden and bubbling.
- Remove and allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with additional pasta sauce, cheese and chopped parsley, if desired.
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Nutrition
Calories: 567kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 742mg | Potassium: 484mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 684IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 346mg | Iron: 2mg
