Macaroni and pizza were both Italian to start out with, but a combination of the two is totally American. A mac n' cheese crust topped with pizza toppings is sure to be a hit with the kids.
CRUST
1 2/3 cup elbow macaroni
4 ounces American cheese slices, cut into strips
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons olive oil
TOPPINGS
3/4 cup tomato sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
16 slices pepperoni
For Crust: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add macaroni and cook until tender but still firm, 6-8 minutes. Drain pasta.
While pasta is still warm, return it to the saucepan and toss with American cheese and eggs.
Lightly brush a 12" pizza pan or ovenproof skillet with oil. Spread pasta mixture in the pan, pressing firmly with the back of a wooden spoon. Bake crust for 10 minutes.
For Toppings: Spread tomato sauce evenly over the pasta, leaving a 1" border around the edges. Sprinkle with garlic and oregano, then top with mozzarella. Place pepperoni slices on pizza in a spiral pattern.
Bake pizza until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Cut into wedges and serve.
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reviews & comments
October 13, 2016
This was very good. The kids were enthused that it looked like a pizza and tasted somewhat like one as well, of course. I recommend this recipe.