Ingredients
2tspolive oil
1lbItalian sausage,mild, casings removed
½cuponion,finely diced
¾cupmini pepperoni,divided use
1tspgarlic,minced
24ozmarinara sauce
2½cupswater
salt and pepper,to taste
12ozrotini,or penne or other short pasta
1½cupsmozzarella cheese,shredded
1tbspparsley,chopped
Preparation
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep pan over medium heat.
Add the sausage, then cook for 4 to 5 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula, until browned.
Add the onion to the pan, then cook for 3 to 4 minutes or until translucent.
Add ½ cup of pepperoni and the garlic, then cook for 1 minute.
Add the marinara sauce, water, salt, pepper and pasta to the pot, then bring to a simmer.
Cover the pot, then cook over low heat for 12 to 14 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Sprinkle the cheese over the pasta, then arrange the remaining ¼ cup of pepperoni on the cheese.
Bake for 4 to 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
Sprinkle with parsley, serve, and enjoy!
