Baked Pizza Pasta in Foil Trays
Ingredients:
For the Pasta:
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300g pasta (penne or macaroni work best)
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 small onion, finely chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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300g ground beef or sausage
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1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
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Salt and pepper to taste
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Toppings (adjust to preference):
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1/2 cup sliced black olives
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1/2 cup sliced green bell peppers
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1/2 cup sliced pepperoni or salami
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1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/4 cup grated parmesan (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the pasta:
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Boil the pasta in salted water according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Prepare the meat sauce:
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Heat olive oil in a pan.
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Sauté onions and garlic until soft.
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Add ground beef or sausage and cook until browned.
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Add pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
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Simmer for 5–7 minutes. Mix with the cooked pasta.
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Assemble:
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
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Divide the pasta mixture into individual foil containers.
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Top each with olives, bell peppers, pepperoni, and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
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Sprinkle with parmesan if using.
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Bake:
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Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
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Serve:
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Let cool slightly and serve warm.
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