Ziti Panggang Keju

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit, and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Cook the 16 ounces ziti noodles according to the package directions until they are al dente, rinse in cold water, and set aside.
3. Cook the 1 pound Italian sausage, 1 cup pepperoni, 1 diced green bell pepper,, and 1 diced small yellow onion, in a skillet over medium-high heat until the sausage is evenly browned.
4. Add 1 clove garlic, HALF of the 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese, HALF of the 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, and 2 cups marinara sauce to the skillet. Continue cooking until the garlic and cheese are fully incorporated.
5. Add the cooked pasta and sauce mixture to the baking dish and stir to incorporate. Sprinkle the remaining parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese over the pasta.
6. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes, until the cheese begins to bubble and brown on top.
7. Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.