Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole! This cheesy, hearty dish combines savory ground beef, Italian sausage, and pepperoni, all enveloped in gooey mozzarella and your favorite pizza sauce. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this casserole captures all the beloved flavors of pizza in a warm, satisfying bake. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to become a staple in your home!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup thick-cut pepperoni slices
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook ground beef and Italian sausage until browned, approximately 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Boil water in a separate pot and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked meats, pasta, pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, and half of the mozzarella until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the baking dish, top with remaining mozzarella and additional pepperoni slices if desired.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg