Description
Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole is a hearty twist on your favorite pizza, combining layers of savory ground beef, spicy sausage, pepperoni, and gooey cheese to create a satisfying dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make casserole is ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings with friends, delivering big flavors without the hassle of traditional pizza prep. With its colorful ingredients and irresistible aroma, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 6 oz thick-cut pepperoni slices
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or hot)
- 2 cups cooked penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onions
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish.
- Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and sausage. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until tender.
- Stir in pizza sauce and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Layer half of the pasta, meat mixture, and cheeses in the baking dish; repeat layers.
- Cover loosely with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil for the last 10 minutes to achieve a golden brown top.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with garlic bread or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg