Best 4 Pepperoni Macaroni Recipes

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Pepperoni macaroni is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a quick and tasty meal. It is a combination of macaroni pasta, pepperoni, cheese, and a variety of other ingredients that come together to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. Whether you are looking for a weeknight dinner or a fun meal to share with friends, pepperoni macaroni is sure to be a hit.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED MACARONI WITH PEPPERONI



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This dish is good by itself with a salad and cornbread or as a side dish.

Provided by April

Categories     Side Dish

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
½ pound shredded Cheddar cheese
½ pound shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
25 slices pepperoni sausage
salt and pepper to taste
onion powder to taste
garlic powder to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish combine cooked macaroni, tomato sauce, tomato paste, cheeses, pepperoni, salt, pepper, onion powder and garlic powder.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42.1 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.1 g, Sodium 1085.9 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

PEPPERONI MACARONI



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An everyday pasta bake gets jazzed up with pepperoni, sausage and olives. Because it can be assembled ahead of time and baked right before serving, it's my handy go-to when I need something on the fly. -Marlene Mohr, Cincinnati, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2-1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1/3 cup whole milk
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni, halved
1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Drain macaroni. , In a large bowl, combine the pizza sauce, tomato sauce and milk. Stir in sausage mixture, macaroni, pepperoni, mushrooms and olives. , Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 334 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 1041mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

PEPPERONI MACARONI



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Make and share this Pepperoni Macaroni recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Weeknight

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
1 lb bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup pizza sauce (or to taste)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/3 cup milk
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package sliced pepperoni, halved
1 (4 1/2 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Cook macaroni until soft-firm.
  • Meanwhile, cook sausage and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain.
  • Drain macaroni.
  • In a large bowl, combine pizza sauce, tomato sauce and milk.
  • Stir in sausage mixture, macaroni, pepperoni, mushrooms and olives.
  • Transfer to a greased baking dish.
  • Cover, and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Uncover; sprinkle with cheese, bake 10-15 minutes longer, or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

BISON PEPPERONI MACARONI



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Chopped bison sausage with pepperoni seasoning is blended into this extra cheesy macaroni and cheese dish.

Provided by The Bison Council

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     The Bison Council

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups dried elbow macaroni
½ cup chopped green pepper or frozen peas
2 tablespoons butter
⅓ cup finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups shredded American and Cheddar cheese blend
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
4 ounces bison sausage with pepperoni seasoning, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions, adding green pepper or peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking; drain. Cover and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, for sauce, melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Cook onion in hot butter for 4 to 5 minutes or until onion is tender. Stir in flour, salt, and black pepper. Add milk all at once. Whisk constantly until thick and bubbly. Cook, whisking constantly, for 2 more minutes. Reduce heat to low.
  • Add American & cheddar cheese blend and mozzarella cheese, stirring until sauce is smooth and cheese is melted. Stir the sauce and bison pepperoni into the pasta. Heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Carbohydrate 25.8 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 16.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 19.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 720.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

Tips and Conclusion

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. The better the quality of your pepperoni and macaroni, the better your dish will taste. Look for pepperoni that is made with real meat and macaroni that is made with durum wheat.
  • Cook the macaroni al dente. This means that the macaroni should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked macaroni will be mushy and unpleasant.
  • Use a good amount of cheese. Cheese is what makes macaroni and cheese so delicious. Don't be afraid to use a generous amount of cheddar, Parmesan, or mozzarella cheese.
  • Add some extras. Feel free to add other ingredients to your macaroni and cheese to personalize it. Some popular additions include cooked bacon, diced tomatoes, sautéed mushrooms, or chopped green onions.
  • Serve immediately. Macaroni and cheese is best served hot and fresh. It can be reheated, but it will never be as good as it is when it is first made.

Conclusion:

Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food that is loved by people of all ages. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. Whether you like it simple or loaded with extras, macaroni and cheese is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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