Ingredients:
– 3 pounds ground beef
– 2 boxes (about 14 ounces each) macaroni and cheese
– 2 cans (15 ounces each) pizza sauce
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup sliced pepperoni
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Drain any excess fat.
3. Prepare Macaroni and Cheese: Cook the macaroni and cheese according to the package instructions. Set aside.
4. Assemble the Bake: In a large baking dish, combine the cooked ground beef and macaroni and cheese. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
5. Add Pizza Sauce: Pour the pizza sauce over the beef and macaroni mixture. Spread it evenly to cover the entire dish.
6. Top with Cheese and Pepperoni: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Arrange the sliced pepperoni on top.
7. Add Garlic Seasoning: Sprinkle garlic powder evenly across the top for added flavor.
8. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the pepperoni is slightly crispy.
9. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then serve this Cheesy Pepperoni Mac and Cheese Bake to your hungry crowd. It’s a delightful combination of cheesy macaroni goodness with the flavors of a classic pepperoni pizza.