baked pizza spaghetti

 

# Baked Pizza Spaghetti

Baked Pizza Spaghetti combines everything you love about a cheesy pizza and a hearty spaghetti dinner in one easy casserole. Tender pasta is tossed with rich sauce and cheese, then topped with your favorite pizza toppings and baked until bubbly and golden.

## Ingredients

### For the Base

* 12 oz (340 g) spaghetti, cooked and drained

* 2 cups marinara sauce or pizza sauce

* 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

* 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

* 2 large eggs, beaten (optional, for a firmer casserole)

### Pizza Toppings

* 1 cup cooked Italian sausage or pepperoni slices

* 1/2 cup diced bell peppers

* 1/4 cup sliced black olives

* 1/4 cup chopped onions

* 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms

* 1 to 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)

### Optional Seasonings

* 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

* 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

* 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

## Instructions

### 1. Prepare the Oven

* Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

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

### 2. Make the Spaghetti Base

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked spaghetti, marinara sauce, Parmesan cheese, and 1 cup mozzarella cheese.

2. If using eggs, stir them in to help bind the casserole.

3. Add Italian seasoning and garlic powder if desired.

### 3. Assemble

1. Spread the spaghetti mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

2. Top with sausage or pepperoni, bell peppers, olives, onions, and mushrooms.

3. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.

### 4. Bake

* Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.

### 5. Rest and Serve

* Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

* Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese or fresh parsley if desired.

## Servings

* 6 to 8 servings

## Variations

### Meat Lovers

Add:

* Ground beef

* Bacon bits

* Ham

* Italian sausage

### Supreme Pizza Style

Add:

* Green peppers

* Mushrooms

* Onions

* Olives

* Pepperoni

### Hawaiian

Add:

* Diced ham

* Pineapple chunks

### Vegetarian

Skip the meat and load up on:

* Mushrooms

* Peppers

* Spinach

* Olives

* Tomatoes

## Storage

* Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

* Freeze for up to 3 months.

* Reheat in the oven or microwave until hot throughout.

This Baked Pizza Spaghetti is a fun, family-friendly meal th

at delivers the best of both worlds—comforting pasta and classic pizza flavors in every cheesy bite. 🍕🍝