Description
A hearty casserole that blends all the beloved elements of a meat-laden pizza into a satisfying dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- Small pasta shapes (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 cup pepperoni
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1 cup chopped onions
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, boil water and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage over medium heat for 7-10 minutes.
- Toss in the chopped onions and bell peppers, sauté for an additional 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the pizza sauce and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained pasta with the meat and sauce mixture. Fold in half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Notes
For a healthier twist, opt for whole wheat or gluten-free pasta, and consider using turkey sausage or low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: casserole, pizza, comfort food, meat lovers, family meal
