PEGGY'S PIZZA CASSEROLE

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This is an absolutely gorgeous plate. I served a beautiful Italian salad with a cheesy garlic bread to compliment it. The Rotel tomatoes set this recipe apart and add just a bit of spicy heat. This is a meal in itself and a snap to make. I can't wait to serve this wonderful dish to company. Oh, and plan on going back for 2nds!

Provided by jamie Beecham

Categories Beef

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 15

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Ingredients

16oz. box elbow macaroni or sea shells
1 lb ground beef
2 jar(s) (16-oz.size) pizza sauce or make a large pot of homemade pizza sauce
4 Tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
2 clove garlic chopped
1 medium bell pepper diced
1 medium onion diced
1 pkg mushroom pieces
1 can(s) 4.25 sliced black olives
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
1 pkg pepperioni sliced
12 oz package of shredded mozzarella cheese
1 c water
1 Tbsp oregano, dried
1 can(s) 10 oz. rotel diced tomatoes and chilies this is optional add only if you like spicy

Steps:

1. Prepare the pasta as directed remembering to salt the water while boiling macaroni. Drain and set aside in a large mixing bowl
2. In a large deep skillet brown the ground beef drain and set aside.
3. In the same skillet over medium heat put in the olive oil and lightly saute the garlic, onion, and bell pepper until a little tender.
4. Add the sauce, ground beef, Italian seasoning, and the water. Stir together and let simmer about 5 min.
5. Pour over macaroni add the mushrooms and black olives. Stir all ingredients together pour in a 9x13 deep dish pan.
6. Cover the top of casserole with the shredded cheese then layer the pepperoni across the top.
7. Bake in a 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling. Pepperoni and cheese should look like a pizza when ready.
8. NOTE: I HAVE FOUND WHEN GIVING DIRECTIONS AND INGREDIENTS TO A RECIPE, IT IS HARD TO MAKE LIKE MINE SINCE I DO EXPERIMENT AS I COOK. IMPORTANT NOTE FOR THIS RECIPE: MAKE SURE WHEN YOU HAVE MIXED ALL YOUR INGREIDENTS LISTED IN THE LIST ABOVE THAT YOU HAVE ENOUGH OF THE SAUCE FOR YOUR TYPE OF PASTA AND IF IT IS DRY OR NOT. YOU SHOULD HAVE A LITTLE SWIMMING IN THE DISH OF PASTA WHEN YOU PUT IT TOGETHER. YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE EXTRA TO ADD TO YOUR PASTA MIXTURE. DIFFERENT TYPES OF PASTA GRAB YOUR SAUCE MORE THAN OTHERS SO YOU REALLY NEED TO BE PREPARED FOR THIS TO HAPPEN.

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Troy Dixondeatty

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I'm not a huge fan of pizza casserole, but this one was actually pretty good. I would definitely make it again.

Saadah Hussain

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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and always turns out delicious.

Bad Kitty

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

Korina Padilla

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This is the best pizza casserole I've ever had. I'll definitely be making it again and again.

Zamran Baloch

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I followed the recipe exactly, but my casserole didn't turn out as good as I expected. I'm not sure what went wrong.

Aldar Ello

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This casserole is so cheesy and gooey. It's perfect comfort food.

Daniel Ntim

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The instructions were a bit confusing, but I figured it out eventually. The casserole turned out great!

JafonsoPhoto

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I love that this recipe uses simple, everyday ingredients. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.

Zaafr Abbasi

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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I had to add some extra spices to make it more flavorful.

Sehab Ali

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I tried Peggy's Pizza Casserole last night and it was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the crust was perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.