MAKE-AHEAD PIZZA CASSEROLE

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Take just 20 minutes to put together this pasta bake, and dinner for the next night is done!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 9h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb mild Italian pork sausage
2 cups water
1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with sweet onion, undrained
4 cups uncooked rotini pasta (10 oz)
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella or pizza cheese blend (6 oz)

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain.
  • In ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, mix water, pizza sauce and tomatoes. Stir in cooked sausage, uncooked pasta and olives (pasta should be completely covered with sauce). Cover tightly with foil; refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • When ready to bake, heat oven to 350°F. Stir casserole; cover with foil and bake 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes or until bubbly.
  • Uncover baking dish; stir mixture. Sprinkle with cheese; bake uncovered 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 500, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1250 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

Katie Watson
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this pizza casserole definitely fits the bill. It's unique and flavorful, and I know my family will love it.


Ssambwe Brendah
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I made this for my family and they loved it! It's a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Adriatik Zabzuni
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I'm not a big fan of pizza casserole, but this recipe was actually really good. The crust was crispy and the filling was cheesy and flavorful.


Luna Lux
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This was a delicious and easy recipe to follow. I will definitely be making this again!


Okonkwo Lilian
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I've made this pizza casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Ali khan Dasti
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This is one of my favorite recipes! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Deelip Kumar
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Overall, I thought the pizza casserole was a good recipe. It was easy to make and the flavors were good. I would definitely make it again.


Lovewell Kunda
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I had some trouble getting the crust to cook evenly. I think I might have needed to bake it for a little longer.


Ahmad Noman Saber Khan
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The pizza casserole was a bit too cheesy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. Otherwise, it was a great recipe.


Deborah Ebejuwa
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I added some cooked chicken to the filling, and it turned out great. This is a versatile recipe that can be easily customized to your liking.


Muhammad Albany Muhammad
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I love that this recipe can be made ahead of time. It makes it so much easier to get dinner on the table on busy weeknights.


Evie Westcott
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I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes, and this pizza casserole fits the bill. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Jauverrah Johnson
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I made this for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Shahporan Roni
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I'm not usually a fan of pizza casserole, but this recipe changed my mind. The combination of cheese, sauce, and toppings was perfect.


Xrp Yeasin
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the pizza casserole turned out perfectly. The crust was crispy and the filling was cheesy and flavorful.


Hdjx Vdh
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The pizza casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors were amazing, and it was so easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.