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Pepperoni added to classic macaroni and cheese creates a pizza-inspired skillet dish.
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5 from 64 votes

Pizza Mac and Cheese

Experience the cheesy goodness and irresistible taste of Pizza Mac and Cheese, the ultimate two-in-one comfort food combo.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Method: Oven
Servings: 8
Calories: 385kcal

Equipment

  • 8-9” iron skillet
  • Measuring cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Elbow Pasta approximately 7oz
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
  • 3 cups Shredded Cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Tomato Sauce
  • 1/3 cup Pepperoni Slices

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  • Grease the 8-9" cast iron skillet and set it aside.
  • Cook the pasta according to the package’s instructions. Drain, but do not rinse.
  • Put the pasta back in the saucepan. Add whipping cream, salt and pepper, and 2 cups cheese.
  • Stir the mixture over medium heat until the cheese completely melts.
  • Transfer the mac and cheese to the skillet.
  • Pour the tomato sauce over the center of the mac and cheese. Top the dish with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese and pepperoni slices.
  • Bake the dish for 15-20 minutes. The cheese should be melted and lightly golden.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 71mg | Sodium: 711mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 788IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 243mg | Iron: 1mg