Packed Pizza Casserole
Pizza Casserole blends pasta, pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings into a rich, bubbly, and satisfying dish. It bakes to perfection with a golden cheesy top. Each bite tastes like a comforting fusion of pizza and pasta. It’s versatile, delicious, and perfect for both weeknight dinners and potlucks.
Ingredients
- Pasta (penne or rotini)
- Pizza sauce or marinara
- Ground beef or sausage (optional)
- Pepperoni slices
- Shredded mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese
- Green peppers, chopped
- Onions, chopped
- Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook pasta until al dente; drain.
- Brown ground beef or sausage if using.
- Mix cooked pasta with pizza sauce and seasoning.
- Spread half the mixture into a baking dish.
- Add mozzarella, pepperoni, and veggies.
- Layer remaining pasta mixture on top.
- Finish with more cheese and pepperoni.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- Use rotini for better sauce absorption.
- Add extra sauce if you prefer a juicier casserole.
- Mix toppings for more pizza-like flavour.
- Use fresh mozzarella for richer melt.
- Cover with foil if cheese browns too fast.