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Pizza Spaghetti Recipe

PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
YIELDS:
4 SERVING(S)
Prep Time:
15 MINS
Total Time:
1 HR
Cal/Serv:
917

Nutritional Information

Calories 919 kcal
Fat 32 g
Saturated fat 17 g
Trans fat 0 g
Cholesterol 83 mg
Sodium 1599 mg
Carbohydrates 107 g
Fiber 8 g
Sugar 12 g
Protein 48 g
Vitamin D 1 µg
Calcium 861 mg
Iron 4 mg
Potassium 1141 mg

Note: The information shown is Edamam's estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist's advice.

Pizza and spaghetti are two weeknight dinner favorites for very good reason. Saucy, cheesy, and reliable, I turn to these staples again and again when I need comfort food to satisfy. That being said, when I just can’t decide between the two, I turn to this incredible mashup. Cooked spaghetti is baked along with pizza sauce, plenty of cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings until melty and golden. Think of cheesy spaghetti in casserole form with all the best pizza toppings, and you’ve got this kid-friendly dinner.

This dinner is all about ease and simplicity—use what you have on hand! Use your favorite jarred pizza sauce, or make homemade pizza sauce if you want to take this to a new level. When choosing toppings, I went with mini pepperoni and chopped green bell peppers, but you can really get creative here. Cook up some sausage, add olives, or even mushrooms—whatever your favorite pizza has on it is game here.

Made this pizza spaghetti recipe? Let us know how it went in the comments below!

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Ingredients

  • Kosher salt
  • 1 Pound spaghetti
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
  • 3 Cup pizza sauce
  • 0.25 Cup mini pepperoni, plus more for topping
  • 1 Teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 Cup shredded mozzarella, divided
  • 1 Cup finely grated Parmesan, divided
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsleyy
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Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350°. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook spaghetti, stirring occasionally, until very al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain and return to pot.

Step 2

Add pizza sauce, bell pepper, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, 1 cup mozzarella, and 1/2 cup Parmesan; season with salt and pepper and mix to combine. Transfer mixture to a large baking dish. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan. Top with more pepperoni in an even layer.

Step 3

Bake pizza spaghetti until cheese is melted and starting to turn golden on top, about 30 minutes. Top with parsley.

This recipe was originally published in Delish US.

Pizza Spaghetti pasta/cheese pull close up shot
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Frequently Asked Questions

Pizza spaghetti is a cheesy baked pasta dish inspired by the flavors of pizza. It combines spaghetti, pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, and other favorite pizza toppings into one comforting casserole-style meal.

Yes. Filipino-style spaghetti sauce works well if you prefer a sweeter flavor profile. It gives the dish a familiar Pinoy-style sweetness that kids and families often enjoy.

You can customize pizza spaghetti with toppings commonly found in Filipino kitchens such as hotdogs, ham, bacon, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, or even pineapple chunks for a Hawaiian-style version.

Yes. You can assemble the dish ahead, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. This makes it ideal for handaan, potlucks, or busy weekdays.

Mozzarella is best for that classic stretchy cheese pull, but you can also use quick-melting cheese, cheddar, or a mix of cheeses commonly available in Philippine supermarkets.

Definitely. Pizza spaghetti is easy to prepare in large batches, budget-friendly, and kid-friendly, making it a great dish for birthdays, movie nights, family gatherings, and potluck parties.

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