Description
Pizza Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that marries the beloved flavors of pizza with the heartiness of a casserole. With layers of tender pasta, savory ground beef, gooey cheese, and your favorite toppings, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. This dish comes together effortlessly in under an hour, ensuring that every cheesy bite brings joy to the table. Gather your loved ones and dive into this deliciously satisfying meal that promises seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz pepperoni slices (or turkey pepperoni)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a large baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 7-10 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper; drain excess fat.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked pasta, browned beef, pizza sauce, bell peppers, half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and half of the pepperoni.
- Layer half of the mixture in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and top with leftover pepperoni before adding more mixture on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg