Pepperoni Pizza Baked Beans - PIZZA-inspired flavors in this EASY recipe that works great as an appetizer, side dish, or FAST weeknight dinner!! Tomatoes, oregano, pepperoni, and oodles of melted CHEESE!!
one 14.5-ounce can petite diced tomatoesdo not drain; I used no-salt added
1cuppizza/marinara/pasta sauce
1tablespoondried oregano
one 5-ounce package mini pepperonidivided
½teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
2cups8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
2teaspoonsfresh parsleyfinely minced for garnishing
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400F. Spray a 3-quart casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
To a large bowl add the beans, tomatoes, pizza sauce, oregano, just over half the package of pepperoni, pepper, and stir to combine.
Turn mixture out into prepared casserole dish.
Evenly top with the cheese, remaining pepperoni, and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese has melted and is as golden browned as desired. If you want a more pronounced browned cheese effect, pop it under the broiler for a couple minutes (keep a close eye on it).
Evenly garnish with parsley and serve immediately. Recipe is best fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days, reheat gently as desired.