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Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole

Savory Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole for Cozy Nights

Delight in this Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole, a hearty dish combining all your favorite pizza flavors for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture
  • 1 pound Lean Ground Beef Substitute with turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 pound Pork Sausage Use chicken sausage for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Chopped Pepperoni Swap with turkey or plant-based pepperoni for a healthier alternative
For the Sauce and Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour for a dietary option
  • 3 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Adjust according to taste preferences
  • 2 cups Tomato Basil Pasta Sauce Homemade sauce can elevate the flavor
For the Cheese Layer
  • 1.5 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Mix in provolone or cheddar for variety
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Use nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option
For the Crust
  • 1 package Refrigerated Pizza Crust Dough Store-bought dough saves time
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Melted butter can be a substitute

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and coat the baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet, brown the lean ground beef and pork sausage for 8-10 minutes.
  3. Stir in chopped pepperoni, flour, and Italian seasoning; mix for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the pasta sauce and bring to a boil, stirring for 3-5 minutes; then spread in the pan.
  5. Layer with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  6. Lay the pizza crust over cheese, brush with olive oil, and sprinkle remaining cheese and seasoning.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
  8. Cool for 5-10 minutes, then cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Drain excess fat after browning the meats to prevent greasiness. Assemble the casserole 24 hours ahead for convenience.

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