Best 6 Upside Down Pepperoni Pizza Casserole Recipes

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Are you seeking a delectable and unique twist to your classic pizza experience? Look no further than the upside-down pepperoni pizza casserole. This culinary marvel combines the appetizing flavors of pizza with the comfort of a casserole, resulting in a hearty and satisfying dish that will tantalize your taste buds. Get ready to explore a world of culinary delights as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for this scrumptious upside-down pepperoni pizza casserole.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA



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This is a quick recipe for moms who don't have much time, but have kids who need hearty meals to fill them up.

Provided by Michelle Doty

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes     Beef

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
2 Italian sausage links, casings removed
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce with meat
½ cup pizza sauce
4 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 (16 ounce) package shredded pizza cheese blend
1 (13.8 ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, and pepperoni, and heat until bubbly. Transfer the mixture to an 11x13 inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle evenly with the shredded pizza cheese. Top with the pizza dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 108.6 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1757.2 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA BAKE



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This super easy, but exceptionally delicious, recipe is one I've been preparing and serving to my children and now to my grandchildren for over 30 years! -Sandy Bastian, Tinley Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 pound Italian sausage links, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 cup spaghetti sauce
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup julienned green pepper
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 cup biscuit/baking mix
1 large egg
1/2 cup 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Pour spaghetti sauce into a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Layer with mushrooms, green pepper, sausage and 1/2 cup cheese., In a small bowl, combine the biscuit mix, egg and milk until blended. Pour over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 1117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g 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.

UPSIDE DOWN PIZZA CASSEROLE



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

Provided by Tearanii

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce
1/4 lb pepperoni, coarsely chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
6 ounces mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon oil
2 eggs
1 cup flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef and onions.
  • Drain.
  • Stir in olives, pizza sauce, pepperoni, seasoning, and mushrooms.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low; simmer uncovered 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine milk, oil and eggs; beat 1 minute at medium speed.
  • Add flour and salt; beat 2 minutes at medium speed or until smooth.
  • Spoon meat mixture evenly into ungreased 9 x 13 inch dish.
  • Place cheese slices over hot meat mixture.
  • Pour topping evenly over cheese, covering completely; sprinkle with Parmesan.
  • Bake at 400 for 20-30 minutes or until puffed and golden.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.6, Fat 34.5, SaturatedFat 13.9, Cholesterol 166.9, Sodium 943.7, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 3.2, Protein 34.3

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.

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, use a combination of all-purpose flour and bread flour.
  • Be sure to preheat the oven to the highest temperature possible before baking the pizza.
  • Use a pizza stone or baking sheet for the best results.
  • Don't overload the pizza with toppings, or it will be difficult to cook through.
  • If you're using fresh mozzarella, be sure to pat it dry before adding it to the pizza.
  • Bake the pizza until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Upside-down pepperoni pizza casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal or a party. With its crispy crust, gooey cheese, and flavorful pepperoni, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to enjoy pizza, give this upside-down version a try. You won't be disappointed!

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