Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole. It’s a delicious twist on a classic pizza, combining all the flavors you love in a convenient casserole dish.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

12 oz rotini pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound ground beef
½ pound Italian sausage

Additional Ingredients:

1 cup diced pepperoni
1 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
24 oz marinara or pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional toppings: extra pepperoni slices, chopped parsley

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Cook Pasta: Cook the rotini pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic. Add ground beef and sausage, cook until browned.
Combine Ingredients: Mix in seasonings, sauce, cooked pasta, and pepperoni. Transfer to baking dish.
Add Cheeses: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan over the top. Add extra pepperoni slices if desired.
Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish with parsley before serving.

Notes

You can customize the meat mix by adding cooked bacon, ham, or crumbled meatballs.
Use a spicy marinara for extra heat.