Best 20 Pizza Casserole Recipes

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Pizza casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck. It is a great way to use up leftover pizza crust or tortillas, and it can be customized to your liking with a variety of toppings and sauces. Whether you like your pizza casserole cheesy, meaty, or veggie-packed, there is a recipe out there for you. Read on to discover the best pizza casserole recipe for your taste buds.

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PEPPERONI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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A cheesy casserole with all of your favorite pizza toppings. I like to serve this with a salad and garlic bread. The leftovers are great. I have prepared this in advance and then taken it to potlucks in a slow cooker the next day.

Provided by tburton1219

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
1 (8 ounce) package uncooked egg noodles
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce, or as needed
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (2.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (8 ounce) package sliced pepperoni, coarsely chopped
20 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking the meat apart into crumbles as it cooks, about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a rolling boil. Cook the egg noodles in the boiling water until cooked through yet slightly firm, about 5 minutes; drain.
  • Mix the noodles with the cooked ground beef, spaghetti sauce, black olives, mushrooms, pepperoni, and 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese in a large mixing bowl. Spoon the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Cover the dish with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is bubbling, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 586.3 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 133.8 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 38.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.8 g, Sodium 1276.1 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

ZUCCHINI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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My husband has a hearty appetite, our two kids never tire of pizza and I grow lots of zucchini, so this tasty tomato casserole is absolutely tops with us throughout the entire year. Once you've tried the recipe, you may even decide to grow more zucchini in your own garden next summer! -Lynn Bernstetter, White Bear Lake, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (15 ounces) Italian tomato sauce
1 medium green or sweet red pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place zucchini in colander; sprinkle with salt. Let stand 10 minutes, then squeeze out moisture. , Combine zucchini with eggs, Parmesan and half the mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Press into a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Bake 20 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Add tomato sauce; spoon over zucchini mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses; add green pepper. Bake until heated through, about 20 minutes longer., Freeze option: Cool baked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap casserole; reheat on a lower oven rack until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 20g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 855mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

PIZZA PASTA CASSEROLE



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Kids will line up for this zippy pizza-flavored dish. The recipe makes two casseroles, so you can serve one to your family right away and keep the other in the freezer for another night. -Nancy Scarlett, Graham, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 casseroles (10 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
3-1/2 cups spaghetti sauce
1 package (16 ounces) spiral or cavatappi pasta, cooked and drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 ounces sliced pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in spaghetti sauce and pasta. , Transfer to 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese. Arrange pepperoni over the top. , Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casseroles; cover and freeze up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake as directed, increasing time to 35-40 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 165°.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 46mg cholesterol, Sodium 545mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

EASY UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA CASSEROLE



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I can't recall where I got this recipe from, but it is a very simple casserole that is very good too! Your little ones will love it for sure!

Provided by Jenni

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
¼ cup sliced pitted ripe olives
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste
1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated biscuit dough

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir in sauce, mushrooms, and olives. Cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes more. Transfer mixture to a 2-quart rectangular baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the casserole.
  • Flatten each biscuit with your hands and arrange on top of the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until biscuits are golden, 15 to 17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1167.7 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

SLOW-COOKER PIZZA CASSEROLE



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A comforting casserole with mass appeal is just what you need when cooking for a crowd. For added convenience, it stays warm in a slow cooker. -Virginia Krites, Cridersville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (16 ounces) rigatoni or large tube pasta
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cans (15 ounces each) pizza sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) sliced pepperoni
Chopped fresh basil or arugula, optional

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Drain pasta; place in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in the beef mixture, cheese, pizza sauce, soup and pepperoni. Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours or until heated through. If desired, top with basil before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 885mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

PEPPERONI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Loaded with popular pizza flavors, this noodle bake is sure to be a winner with all ages. You can use ground beef instead of turkey. I like to serve it with garlic bread and a salad. -Debbie Staley, Mt. Vernon, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (16 ounces) egg noodles
2 pounds ground turkey
1/3 cup chopped onion
1 jar (24 ounces) meatless spaghetti sauce
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 can (8 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 ounces sliced turkey pepperoni

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook noodles according to package directions; drain., Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook turkey and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in noodles. , Transfer to two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle each with mushrooms, cheeses and pepperoni. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through and cheeses have melted. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492 calories, Fat 24g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 966mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

UPSIDE DOWN PEPPERONI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Upside Down Pepperoni Pizza Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brooke the Cook in

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 -1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (8 ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
1 (4 ounce) can black olives, drained
1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce
5 ounces turkey pepperoni, slices
3 -4 ounces low fat mozzarella, shredded
1 (16 1/3 ounce) package grands homestyle refrigerated reduced-fat buttermilk biscuits, separated and cut into fourths

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees and prepare baking dish (I use a 1.75qt oval baker).
  • Over medium heat, combine the ground beef, onion and garlic in a large skillet until beef is browned.
  • Add the mushrooms, olives, pepperoni and tomato sauce and heat through.
  • Pour mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Top randomly with biscuit pieces.
  • Bake 15-18 minutes until biscuits are browned and casserole is bubbly.

HEARTY PEPPERONI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Friends and family love my new spin on pizza. Packed with cheeses, meats, and tomatoes, this hearty pasta dish will go fast! Nancy Foust Stoneboro, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups uncooked spiral pasta
2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cans (8 ounces each) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 jar (14 ounces) pizza sauce
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions. , Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in mushrooms, tomato sauce, pizza sauce, tomato paste, sugar and seasonings. Drain pasta; stir into meat sauce., Divide half of the mixture between two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes; sprinkle each with 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Repeat layers. Top each with pepperoni and Parmesan cheese. , Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 616mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

PIZZA PASTA CASSEROLE



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All your favorite pizza toppings mixed together with pasta make this Pizza Pasta Casserole a family favorite!

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups penne pasta (I used protein pasta, whole wheat works great too)
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 1/2 cups fresh sliced mushrooms
4 cloves garlic (minced)
8 ounces Italian turkey sausage links (casings removed - hot Italian sausage works too)
1 cup turkey pepperoni (cut into quarters)
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes (drained)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 Tablespoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare the pasta as directed on the package.
  • While the pasta is cooking, place a large skillet over medium high heat on the stove top. Warm up the olive oil in the skillet and then add the onions and green pepper.
  • Cook for a few minutes until vegetables are tender, then add the mushrooms and garlic. Cook for 1 more minute. Push everything to the side of the pan and add the sausage.
  • Cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Cook until it's no longer pink. Drain grease. Add in the pepperoni slices and stir together.
  • Add in remaining ingredients to the skillet except for Mozzarella cheese.
  • Turn the heat down to medium and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes so that the flavors can meld together.
  • Turn off the heat and add the cooked pasta to the skillet pan. Mix everything together.
  • Spray a large 9 x 13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Dump the pasta mixture into the pan. Top with Mozzarella cheese and any other toppings you prefer.
  • Bake in the oven (uncovered) for about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and pasta is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 975 kcal, Fat 68 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Cholesterol 225 mg, Sodium 2686 mg, Carbohydrate 20 g, Sugar 7 g, Protein 90 mg

SAUSAGE & PEPPERONI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Sausage & Pepperoni Pizza Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by kota08cougar

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb bob evans Italian sausage (doesn't have to be bob Evans)
12 ounces wide egg noodles, Cooked according to package directions
2 (14 ounce) jars pizza sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 ounces sliced pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Crumble sausage into medium skillet;Cook over medium heat until browned, Stirring Occasionally. Remove sausage and drain. In a Large lightly greesed casserole dish,layer one half noodles, one half sausage and one half remaining ingredints. repeat with second lqyer of noodles, then sausage and remaning ingredients, Reserving several pepperoni slices to garnish top. Bake 35 to 40 minutes. Serve immedatly of refridgerate leftovers.

POTATO PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This is a great recipe for pizza lovers! Everyone will want second helpings of this dish. It's a great one-dish meal for the whole family.

Provided by Jana

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
5 cups peeled and thinly sliced potatoes
1 (3 ounce) package chopped pepperoni
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed Cheddar cheese soup
½ cup milk
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon brown sugar
8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Cook the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until evenly browned. Drain off grease. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Spread the sliced potatoes in a layer on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread the ground beef and onion over the potatoes. Place slices of pepperoni over the ground beef. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the tomato soup, Cheddar cheese soup, and milk. Season with oregano, Italian seasoning, and brown sugar. Mix well, and cook until heated through. Pour over the contents of the baking dish.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil, and bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Remove the aluminum foil, sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the top, and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.5 calories, Carbohydrate 27.7 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 23.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.3 g, Sodium 887.6 mg, Sugar 5.7 g

UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA CASSEROLE



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"When everyone craves pizza and you have no refrigerated dough on hand and no time to prepare a homemade crust, try this easy upside-down version," writes Karen Cook of Putnam Station, New York.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 jar (14 ounces) spaghetti sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add spaghetti sauce. Cover and simmer until heated through. Pour into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese., In a blender, combine the milk, eggs, oil, flour and salt; cover and process until smooth. Pour over cheese. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 373mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

KID'S FAVORITE PIZZA CASSEROLE



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I know there's not much to this, but kids love it.

Provided by Amy Hamilton

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups elbow macaroni
1 pound ground beef
1 (14 ounce) jar pizza sauce
1 (4 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until meat is crumbly and browned, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease.
  • Mix cooked ground beef, macaroni, pizza sauce, tomato sauce, and mushrooms in a bowl. Layer half the macaroni mixture into a 9x12-inch baking dish; top with 1/2 the mozzarella cheese. Layer remaining macaroni mixture over the top; sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over macaroni mixture. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and casserole is bubbling, about 35 minutes. Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.5 g, Cholesterol 94.3 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 37.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 1053.7 mg, Sugar 5 g

THICK PEPPERONI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This makes a ton of food. This is like lasagna without the layers and the work. Serve with salad and garlic bread. Great for a potluck.

Provided by KelBel

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked rotini pasta
1 lb ground Italian sausage
1 (24 ounce) jar pasta sauce
1 (16 ounce) container cottage cheese
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms, drained
12 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese
2 (3 ounce) packages sliced pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 9X13 casserole dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until evenly brown, drain grease. Mix in the cooked pasta and pasta sauce. Pour into prepared casserole dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the cottage cheese, olives, mushrooms and mozzarella cheese.
  • Spoon the cheese mixture over the sausage and pasta mixture. Top with pepperoni slices.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.

PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This is similar to many Baked Pasta dishes but with the distinct flavors of pizza. I created this recipe yesterday and took it to a dinner party as the main dish. It was a big hit and every woman there asked for the recipe. I decided that anything that popular should be posted here. You do not have to use the same kind of pasta I did...but should use a pasta which will remain slightly firm after boiling and baking so that it is not mushy. NOTE** I've had several people ask about when to add the spices...you can either add them to the sauce or to the sausage when you cook it. Either way works great! Since this recipe is an original creation of mine, it tickles me so very much that lots of people are enjoying it! Thanks everyone!

Provided by CarrolJ

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h10m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb bow tie pasta
1 lb Jimmy Dean sausage, 'country mild' (or other flavor if desired)
1 large onion, medium size chopped (cooked with sausage)
2 (26 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce (I used Bertolli's Tomato & Basil)
1/2 lb cubed cooked ham
1/2-1 lb of sliced pepperoni
3 (8 ounce) bags of shredded mozzarella cheese
6 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in boiling water until al denté.
  • Cook sausage, garlic powder and oregano with onions until the juices run clear.
  • In a lightly greased 9x13x3 inch pan, pour a small amount of sauce to lightly coat bottom.
  • Layer ingredients in the order listed below.
  • 1st layer-1/3 of the pasta, 1/3 remaining sauce, 1 bag of mozzarella cheese, 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese, sausage and onions.
  • 2nd layer-1/2 of the remaining pasta, 1/2 remaining sauce, 1 bag of mozzarella cheese, 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese, ham.
  • 3rd layer-all remaining pasta, all remaining sauce, 1 bag of mozzarella cheese, 2 Tablespoons parmesan cheese,all the pepperoni(completely covering the entire top with pepperoni).
  • Bake at 375°F for 40 minutes.
  • Let sit for 5 minutes before serving.

PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC CASSEROLE



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Try using 2 jars of pizza sauce instead of 1 jar and the can of tomatoes. This will give the finished dish more of a "pizza" flavor. Try adding other pizza toppings you may like (mushrooms, ham, use Italian sausage instead of ground beef, etc.). The possibilities are endless!

Provided by Susan Bickta

Categories     Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 c chopped green bell pepper
1 jar(s) (14 ounces) pizza sauce
1 can(s) (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, italian style, undrained
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp italian seasoning
4 oz sliced pepperoni
12 oz grated mozzarella

Steps:

  • 1. Cook meat, onion and green pepper in a 4-5 quart Dutch oven over medium high heat, stirring often, until meat is crumbly and no longer pink (about 10-12 minutes).
  • 2. Add the pizza sauce, tomatoes, garlic and Italian seasoning and cooked macaroni. Mix well and cook another 4-5 minutes to heat through.
  • 3. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • 4. Line the bottom of an 8" X 8" glass baking dish with a single layer of pepperoni slices. Spoon 1/2 of the macaroni mixture over the pepperoni. Spread evenly.
  • 5. Top with 1/2 of the remaining pepperoni and sprinkle with 1/2 of the cheese.
  • 6. Spoon remaining macaroni mixture over all and spread evenly. Top with remaining pepperoni (pushing gently into the macaroni mixture) and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  • 7. Sprinkle with additional Italian seasoning. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This "upside down" pizza casserole is easy to make in a hurry. You can use any ingredients you like on pizza, for example add some black olives or pepperoni to the basic recipe or take out the mushrooms. Store bought spaghetti sauce works fine; your homemade will be even better! Add a salad and you have dinner.

Provided by mrsoul51

Categories     European

Time 50m

Yield 1 8x8 casserole, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb bulk Italian sausage (mild or hot)
1 cup chopped onion
1 minced garlic clove
1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 cups spaghetti sauce
3/4 cup flour, divided
1 cup mixed shredded Italian cheese
1 egg
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup shredded parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Brown sausage, onions, garlic, green pepper, and mushrooms in a skillet over medium high heat for 6-8 minutes until sausage is cooked, stirring frequently. Drain and return sausage mixture to warm skillet.
  • Stir 3 tablespoons flour into the sausage and vegetables and then add spaghetti sauce, mixing well. Bring to a boil stirring often. Pour into lightly greased 6x10 or 8x8 baking dish and top with shredded Italian cheese. A blend of Italian cheeses works well but use whatever you like or have on hand.
  • Beat egg and stir in milk, oil, salt until well blended. Stir in the remaining flour and parmesan cheese and mix well. It should be pourable and not a dough like biscuits so adjust with a bit more flour or milk as needed. Pour over sausage/cheese in casserole covering the entire top evenly. Sprinkle a little more shredded parmesan cheese on top if desired.
  • Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into squares for serving.

LOW-CARB ZUCCHINI PIZZA CASSEROLE



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This zucchini casserole is a low-carb alternative to pizza.

Provided by Brenda

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups shredded zucchini
¼ teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound 85% lean ground beef
½ white onion, chopped
1 cup pizza sauce
1 ounce pepperoni slices

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 10x13-inch baking dish.
  • Place shredded zucchini in a colander and sprinkle salt on top. Press down to drain as much water as possible. Let sit for 10 minutes. Transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add eggs, 1/2 of the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder to the zucchini. Mix well. Press mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Mix pizza sauce with cooked beef and spoon over zucchini mixture in the baking pan.
  • Sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over the meat. Top with pepperoni slices.
  • Return baking dish to the hot oven and bake until mozzarella cheese is melted, 15 to 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.5 calories, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 111.7 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 563.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

CROCK POT PIZZA CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Crock Pot Pizza Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CandyTX

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 5h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef, browned and drained
2 medium onions, chopped
11 ounces rigatoni pasta, cooked and drained
28 ounces prepared pizza sauce
2 lbs shredded mozzarella cheese
3 ounces pepperoni, sliced
mushroom, to taste

Steps:

  • Layer the ingredients in this order: Beef, Onions, rigatoni, pizza sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, mushrooms.
  • Cook on low for 5 hours.

POTATO PIZZA CASSEROLE



Potato Pizza Casserole image

Here's a fun, full-flavored meal the whole family will go for. It's great on weeknights when you all come through the door hungry at the same time. -Tyler Sherman, Williamsburg, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound ground beef
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 jars (14 ounces each) pizza sauce
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cheddar cheese soup, undiluted
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 package (32 ounces) frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
15 slices pepperoni, chopped
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef, mushrooms, green pepper and onion until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the pizza sauce, soup, milk, Italian seasoning, garlic salt and pepper flakes. Stir in the potatoes, pepperoni and beef mixture., Transfer half of the meat mixture to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle with half of the cheese; repeat layers. Cook, covered, on low until potatoes are tender, 4-5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 1155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

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Tips

  • Use a variety of toppings. This will not only add flavor and texture to your pizza casserole, but it will also make it more visually appealing.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are endless possibilities when it comes to pizza casserole, so feel free to experiment with different cheeses, meats, vegetables, and herbs.
  • Make sure to cook the casserole until it is bubbly and golden brown. This will ensure that the casserole is cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.
  • Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. This will help the casserole to set and make it easier to slice.
  • Serve the casserole with your favorite dipping sauce. Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing are all popular choices.

Conclusion

Pizza casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and it can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give pizza casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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