Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole. This hearty dish combines all your favorite pizza toppings—savory sausage, tender beef, zesty pepperoni, and ham—layered with gooey mozzarella cheese and pasta for a delightful twist on traditional pizza. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also freezer-friendly, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights. With each bite bursting with flavor and cheesy goodness, it’s guaranteed to satisfy even the hungriest appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb bow tie pasta
- 1 lb mild pork sausage
- 2 (26 oz) jars spaghetti sauce
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 lb cooked ham, cubed
- Sliced pepperoni (amount as desired)
- 3 (8 oz) bags shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage and onion until browned; add garlic and oregano.
- In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer the ingredients: start with pasta, then sauce, cheeses, sausage mixture; repeat layers finishing with sauce and cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 280g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg