pizza mac - n - cheese

Somewhere, PA
Updated on Jan 25, 2013

This is a kid pleasing recipe I found in my Betty Crocker top - rated recipes book.. It's Yummylicious!..hope you give it a try..

prep time 30 Min
cook time 40 Min
method ---
yield 12 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 - ( 16 ounce ) uncooked macaroni
  • 1 pound mild or spicy pork sausage
  • 1 large green bell pepper, chopped, i use red
  • 1 large onion, chopped - 1 cup
  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 4 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 20 slices pepperoni

How To Make pizza mac - n - cheese

  • Step 1
    Heat oven to 425 degree F. Spray 3 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Step 2
    Cook and drain macaroni as directed on package. In a nonstick 12 in skillet; cook sausage over med high heat until no longer pink; drain. In same skillet; cook pepper and onion for 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Step 3
    In a 4 quart saucepan, melt butter over med low heat. Stir in flour, salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper flakes.
  • Step 4
    Cook and stir until smooth. Gradually add milk and water, stirring constantly until thickened. Gradually add Cheddar cheese; stir until melted.
  • Step 5
    Add macaroni, sausage and onion mixture; stir to coat. ( I pour it into a big bowl to mix it).
  • Step 6
    Pour into casserole. Sprinkle with Mozzarella cheese.
  • Step 7
    Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes, or until bubbly.
  • Step 8
    Top with Parmesan cheese, pepperoni and remaining 1 teaspoon of pepper flakes. Bake until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. ( You can add whatever you want to this dish..mushrooms, italian seasoning...I added garlic powder, onion powder and oregano to the meat..and a little parsley flakes).
  • Step 9
    Enjoy..this is so good!

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