Ingredients

2 cups dry pasta , any shape ( s )
1 lb ground beef
2 ounces pepperoni , cut into quarters
28 ounces spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup onion , chopped
1/2 green pepper , chopped
3 ounces canned mushrooms , sliced and drained
2 ounces black olives , sliced and drained
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
1 cup mozzarella cheese , shredded
This Quick Cavatini (Supreme Pizza Pasta) recipe is a family-friendly way to enjoy both pizza and pasta in one dish. It is a great base recipe that can be customized according to personal preferences or ingredients on hand. The combination of tomato sauce, cheese and pepperoni gives the dish a classic pizza flavor. The vegetables like onion, bell pepper and mushrooms add bulk and flavor to the dish. Cook some veggies on the side or add them to the spinach salad to make this meal more balanced.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
3.In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and crumbled. Drain the fat. Then add in onion, green pepper, and garlic powder and cook until vegetables are softened.
4.Stir in the spaghetti sauce, mushrooms, black olives, pepperoni, salt and pepper. Mix well.
5.Add cooked pasta to a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour the meat sauce over the pasta and mix together well.
6.Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top.
7.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This cavatini is a quick and easy one dish meal that can be served any time of year.
The flavors and ingredients will satisfy both pasta and pizza lovers.
Plus, it is perfect for leftovers!

CONS

This dish might be high in calories and fat depending on preparation and serving size.

Use leaner meat and/or reduced fat cheese to make this recipe healthier.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cavatini dish provides protein from the ground beef, which is important for muscle growth and repair. The vegetables and olive oil in the dish provide vitamins, minerals and fiber. Overall, this dish can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

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