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Meat Lover Pizza Casserole

Savory Meat Lover Pizza Casserole Ready in Just 35 Minutes

This Meat Lover Pizza Casserole is a hearty, family-friendly dish perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 lb Lean Ground Beef Feel free to swap in ground turkey.
  • 1 lb Pork Sausage Consider Italian chicken sausage for a leaner version.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pepperoni Optional additions can include crumbled bacon or mushrooms.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour No substitutes required.
  • 4 tsp Italian Seasoning Divided, using fresh herbs can brighten the taste.
  • 26 oz Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce Marinara or arrabbiata can be great alternatives.
For the Cheese Layer
  • 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Choosing freshly shredded enhances the melt quality.
  • 3 Tbsp Grated Parmesan Cheese Can be omitted for a milder option.
For the Crust
  • 13.8 oz Refrigerated Pizza Crust Dough Using biscuit dough will create a fluffier texture.
  • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil Swapping with melted butter is also a tasty choice.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 425ºF (220ºC) and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet, add the lean ground beef and pork sausage. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the chopped pepperoni, flour, and 3 teaspoons of Italian seasoning. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the tomato basil pasta sauce and bring to a gentle boil for about 2 minutes.
  5. Spoon the meat mixture into the baking dish and layer with 1½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Place the refrigerated pizza crust dough over the cheese layer and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle remaining Italian seasoning and Parmesan cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 950mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This recipe is customizable with your family's favorite meats or vegetables.

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