Spicy Pizza Pasta

Turn an ordinary pasta night into a flavor-packed feast with this Spicy Pizza Pasta. Inspired by classic pizza flavors, this dish combines savory pepperoni, sautéed vegetables, and melted cheeses with Benissimo Pizza Oil for an herby, aromatic punch. Quick to prepare and full of family-friendly appeal, it’s a fun twist on pasta that captures the taste of pizza in every bite. Perfect for busy evenings, it’s a recipe that’s sure to please both kids and adults alike.

Ingredients

• 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
• 3 tablespoons Benissimo Pizza Oil
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• ½ cup mini pepperoni
• ½ cup sliced mushrooms
• ¼ cup sliced black olives
• ¼ cup diced onion
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or fresh basil (optional garnish)

Instructions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Heat 2 tablespoons Pizza Oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add onion and mushrooms; sauté 3–4 minutes until softened.
4. Stir in mini pepperoni and cook 1 minute until slightly crisp.
5. Add marinara sauce and Italian seasoning; simmer 2–3 minutes.
6. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet and mix well to coat.
7. Stir in olives, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
8. Drizzle remaining Pizza Oil over the pasta and toss gently.
9. Garnish with parsley or basil and serve warm.

This Spicy Pizza Pasta is a perfect example of easy recipes that deliver big, bold flavor without a lot of fuss. Ideal for weeknight recipes, it comes together quickly while bringing the familiar taste of pizza to your dinner table in a fresh, pasta-forward way. It’s also a hit as a family recipe, combining hearty pasta, melty cheese, and aromatic Benissimo Pizza Oil to create a dish everyone will love. Simple, satisfying, and full of vibrant flavor, it proves that you don’t need to compromise on taste for convenience.