PEPPERONI RIGATONI

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My friend and I worked out this recipe as a main dish for the cafeteria at work. It's also become a favorite among teenagers at our church, who make a beeline for it at potlucks.-Becky Fisk, Ashland City, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni or large tube pasta
1 jar (28 ounces) spaghetti sauce
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. Add spaghetti sauce and toss to coat. Place half in a greased shallow 3-qt. microwave-safe dish. Top with half of the pepperoni and cheese. Repeat layers., Cover and microwave on high for 5-7 minutes or until heated through and the cheese is melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 879mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 19g protein.