Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta Recipe for Cozy Meals

Madison Taylor

Madison Taylor

Published Apr 2, 2025

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Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Servings

4

Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta Recipe for Cozy Meals

Looking for a warm, tasty dish that warms your soul? Try my Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta! This easy recipe combines cheesy goodness with the comfort of pasta. You’ll feel right at home with each bite. Perfect for cozy meals with family and friends, it’s quick to make and packed with flavor. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe that will surely be a crowd-pleaser!

Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta Recipe for Cozy Meals

This cheesy butter pizza pasta is a warm hug in a bowl. It brings comfort on cold days. You can make it in just 20 minutes, which is great for busy nights.

First, boil a pot of salted water. Add 8 oz. of penne pasta and cook until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside. Now, let’s create the sauce. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat.

Once the butter is melted, pour in 1 cup of marinara sauce. Stir it well and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes. You want the sauce to be hot and ready. Next, lower the heat and mix in the cooked penne pasta. Stir it gently to coat the pasta with the sauce.

Now comes the fun part! Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese and ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta. Add 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and ¼ teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.

Stir gently until the cheese melts and coats the pasta. This should take about 2 to 3 minutes. Once done, remove it from heat and let it sit for a minute. This helps it thicken up a bit.

Serve your cheesy butter pizza pasta warm. Garnish it with fresh basil leaves for flavor and color. For a nice touch, drizzle some extra marinara sauce on top. You can also add more grated Parmesan as a finishing touch.This dish is sure to delight anyone who tries it!

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Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta Recipe

Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta Recipe

A delicious and cheesy pasta dish that combines penne pasta with marinara sauce, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.

10 min prep
10 min cook
4 servings
estimated calories per serving cal
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. 1

    Start by boiling a pot of salted water. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Once the butter is melted, add the marinara sauce to the skillet and stir well to combine. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce is heated through.

  4. 4

    Lower the heat and mix in the cooked penne pasta, stirring to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) over the pasta.

  6. 6

    Stir gently until the cheeses are melted and the pasta is coated in gooey, cheesy goodness, about 2-3 minutes.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat and let it sit for a minute to thicken slightly.

  8. 8

    Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor.

Chef's Notes

Serve the Cheesy Butter Pizza Pasta in bowls, drizzled with a bit of extra marinara sauce on top, and a sprinkle of basil. For an added touch, incorporate a little more grated Parmesan as a finishing touch.

Course: Main Course Cuisine: Italian
Madison Taylor

Madison Taylor

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Madison Taylor founded recipesinsight and excels as a Recipe Developer, inspiring culinary creativity.