Healthy Recipes Main Dishes Healthy Casserole Recipes Dump & Bake Pizza Pasta Casserole 4.4 (5) 5 Reviews This easy, toss-together casserole offers all the flavors of a pepperoni pizza, with fusilli pasta absorbing the rich tomato sauce while mingling with gooey melted cheese and meaty pepperoni slices. For a meatless option, simply replace the pepperoni with sliced mushrooms and frozen bell peppers. Pair it with a Caesar salad for a complete meal. By Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield Amanda Stanfield is a Test Kitchen assistant in the Dotdash Meredith Food Studios. She completed her undergraduate degree in journalism and strategic communications at Hampton University. After graduation, Amanda worked in the nonprofit sector as a marketing associate for a global nonprofit organization. In 2018, she pivoted into the food industry and began training in fine-dining restaurants around Atlanta. Later she gained her culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and went on to work in a variety of kitchens from boutique restaurants to conference hotels. As a true foodie, Amanda seeks out nutritious and unique flavors to inspire others to eat happily and healthfully. When she's not cooking up delicious recipes, you can find her lap swimming in the pool or watching a good sci-fi movie. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on March 27, 2024 Tested by Renu Anshie Dhar Tested by Renu Anshie Dhar Renu Dhar has more than a decade of cumulative experience cooking as a personal chef and culinary instructor. As a personal chef, she developed over 1,000 personalized recipes and meal plans for her clients. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Photo: Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Active Time: 15 mins Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins Servings: 8 Nutrition Profile: Sesame-Free Nut-Free Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Ingredients 12 ounces whole-wheat fusilli 1 (28-ounce can) no-salt-added crushed tomatoes (3 1/2 cups) 2 1/2 cups water 4 ounces baby spinach (about 4 cups) 1 cup frozen chopped onion 1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves 1 tablespoon salt-free tomato-and-basil seasoning, such as Mrs. Dash 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 cups thick-cut shredded low-moisture mozzarella cheese 4 ounces mini pepperoni slices Directions Position oven rack in center; preheat to 425°F. Lightly coat a 9-by-13-inch broiler-safe baking dish with cooking spray. Combine pasta, tomatoes, water, spinach, onion, basil, tomato-and-basil seasoning, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, pepper and crushed red pepper in the prepared baking dish; toss to mix well, making sure the pasta is submerged in the liquid. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven; stir the mixture. (This will ensure the pasta cooks evenly.) Re-cover with the foil. Bake for 10 minutes. Stir, sprinkle with cheese and dot with pepperoni. Cover and bake until the pasta is tender, about 15 minutes more. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Remove the foil (without removing the baking dish from the oven) and bake until the cheese is golden brown in spots, about 5 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell Nutrition Information Serving Size: 1 1/2 cupsCalories 358, Fat 13g, Saturated Fat 6g, Cholesterol 36mg, Carbohydrates 45g, Total Sugars 6g, Added Sugars 0g, Protein 17g, Fiber 7g, Sodium 489mg, Potassium 647mg EatingWell.com, March 2024 Rate It Print