PIZZA PASTA BAKE RECIPES RECIPES

Steps:

• Cook noodles according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking the meat into crumbles; drain. Add pizza sauce and mushrooms; heat through. , Drain noodles. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half the noodles, half the beef mixture, 1/2 cup of each cheese and half the pepperoni. Repeat layers. Cover and bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until heated through., Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole for up to 3 months. Remove from freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Cover and bake at 350° for 45-50 minutes. Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until heated through.

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 200°C/ 180°C fan/gas 6. Put the spinach in a large colander in the sink and pour over a full kettle of boiling water to wilt. Press as much liquid out of the spinach as possible using a wooden spoon. Set aside.
• Heat the oil in a medium, deep frying pan over a medium heat, then fry the onion for 8-10 minutes until soft. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Pour the pasta sauce, mascarpone and tomatoes into the pan with the wilted spinach and mix well.
• Remove from the heat, stir in the basil and ravioli with a good pinch of salt and pepper, then pour into a 1 litre baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes, then top with parmesan, if using, and cook for 5 minutes more. Serve with the extra basil.