Pizzagna Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Pizzagna
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pasta, curls (recommend campagnelle by Barilla, short fusilli or cavatappi pasta may be substituted); 1 cup ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated, a couple handfuls; fresh parsley, finely chopped, a handful; 1/2 cup pepperoni, sliced and cut into thin strips; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan; 1 bell pepper, seeded, quartered and thinly sliced; 1 onion, quartered then thinly sliced; 2 garlic cloves, sliced; 12 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced (baby portabellos); 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 3/4 lb fresh mozzarella cheese or 3/4 lb smoked provolone cheese, sliced thin; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; salt

Servings: persons

1 lb pasta, curls (recommend campagnelle by Barilla, short fusilli or cavatappi pasta may be substituted)
1 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated, a couple handfuls
fresh parsley, finely chopped, a handful
1/2 cup pepperoni, sliced and cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
1 bell pepper, seeded, quartered and thinly sliced
1 onion, quartered then thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
12 cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced (baby portabellos)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
3/4 lb fresh mozzarella cheese or 3/4 lb smoked provolone cheese, sliced thin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
salt

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Bring a pot of water to a boil, add pasta and salt the water.
3
While the water boils, combine ricotta, Parmiagiano, parsley and pepperoni in a large bowl and reserve.
4
Heat a large skillet over medium heat with extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan.
5
When the oil is hot, add the peppers, onions, garlic and mushrooms.
6
Saute 6 to 8 minutes until tender and mushrooms are dark.
7
Season the vegetables with salt and pepper.
8
Stir in tomatoes and reduce heat to low.
9
Add a ladle of starchy cooking water to the ricotta just before you drain the pasta.
10
Drain pasta. Pour back into pot and toss with ricotta and pepperoni mixture.
11
Pour pasta into a baking dish and top evenly with peppers, onion and mushroom sauce.
12
Bake in oven for 30 minutes or until heated through.
13
Take out of oven and top with a layer of mozzarella, oregano and red pepper flakes.
14
Place under hot broiler and melt cheese until golden and bubbly.
15
Remove and serve with crusty bread.

1060

kcal

Calories

Fat

122

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pasta, curls (recommend campagnelle by Barilla, short fusilli or cavatappi pasta may be substituted), 1 cup ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup parmigiano-reggiano cheese, grated, a couple handfuls, fresh parsley, finely chopped, a handful, and more.

Yes, Pizzagna falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pizzagna

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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