Pizza Pasta Casserole

Pizza Pasta Casserole

2 pounds ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

2 jars (28 ounces each) spaghetti sauce

1 package (16 ounces) spiral pasta, cooked and drained

4 cups (16 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

8 ounces sliced pepperoni

In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and pasta.

Transfer to two greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Arrange pepperoni over the top. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months.

Bake the second casserole, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through. 

Makes: 2 casseroles (8-10 servings each).