🍕🧀 Weight Watchers Pepperoni Pizza Casserole

Serves: 6 | Prep: 15 min | Cook: 25–30 min | Total: 40–45 min

Ingredients

• 8 oz (225 g) whole-wheat or high-protein pasta
• 1½ cups marinara sauce
• 4 oz (115 g) turkey pepperoni, sliced
• 1½ cups reduced-fat shredded mozzarella, divided
• ½ cup diced onion
• ½ cup diced green bell pepper
• ½ cup sliced mushrooms
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
• Cooking spray

Method

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Cook pasta in salted water 1–2 minutes less than the package directions. Drain well without rinsing.
3. Sauté onion, bell pepper, and mushrooms in a skillet over medium heat for 4–5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. In a large bowl, combine pasta, marinara, vegetables, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, oregano, black pepper, and chili flakes.
5. Stir in 1 cup mozzarella.
6. Transfer to the baking dish and spread evenly.
7. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
8. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
9. For a golden top, broil for 1–2 minutes, watching carefully.
10. Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, and serve.