Cheese Tortellini Pepperoni Pizza Casserole

Here’s a Cheese Tortellini Pepperoni Pizza Casserole — a cheesy, comforting mashup of pasta and pizza that’s perfect for weeknights or feeding a hungry crowd. It combines cheese tortellini, marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, and plenty of pepperoni, all baked into a bubbly, pizza-flavored casserole.

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🍕 Cheese Tortellini Pepperoni Pizza Casserole

🧀 Ingredients:

• 20 oz cheese tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)

• 1 jar (24 oz) marinara or pizza sauce

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

• 1 cup mini pepperoni (or regular sliced and halved)

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Red pepper flakes (optional, to taste)

• Olive oil or non-stick spray

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🔪 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

   • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

2. Cook the Tortellini:

   • Boil the tortellini according to package directions until just al dente (they’ll cook more in the oven).

   • Drain and set aside.

3. Assemble the Casserole:

   • In a large bowl, mix together the cooked tortellini, marinara sauce, half the mozzarella, and seasonings.

   • Stir in half of the pepperoni.

4. Layer in Baking Dish:

   • Pour the tortellini mixture into the prepared baking dish.

   • Top with remaining mozzarella, Parmesan (if using), and the rest of the pepperoni.

5. Bake:

   • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

   • Uncover and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is golden.

6. Serve:

   • Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

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🔁 Variations:

• Add veggies: diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or black olives.

• Make it spicy: use hot Italian sausage or spicy pepperoni.

• Swap proteins: add cooked ground beef, sausage, or rotisserie chicken.

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