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Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese

A cheesy, baked pasta dish that blends the flavors of pepperoni pizza and creamy mac and cheese into one easy, family-approved meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb penne pasta
  • 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoon flour
  • 2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup milk
  • ½ cup heavy whipping cream
  • ½ cup pasta sauce
  • ½ teaspoon basil
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup pepperoni cut in half
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the pasta until al dente, then drain it well.
  2. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds.
  5. Stir in the flour and keep stirring until it turns golden brown and forms a roux.
  6. Slowly pour in the milk and heavy cream.
  7. Add the oregano, basil, pasta sauce, and some salt and pepper. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  8. Mix in half of the mozzarella and parmesan cheese. Stir until melted and combined.
  9. Add the pepperoni and cooked pasta, then toss everything together so it’s evenly coated.
  10. Transfer the mixture to a 9×13 baking dish. Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella and parmesan on top.
  11. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.