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pizza casserole

A delicious and hearty pizza casserole that layers pasta, meat, cheese, and your favorite toppings, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 servings
Calories 420 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 jar 24 oz marinara sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1/2 cup sliced olives
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or sausage over medium heat until cooked through.
  • Add the marinara sauce to the meat and stir to combine.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked pasta, meat sauce, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
  • Layer half of the pasta mixture in a greased baking dish.
  • Add a layer of pepperoni, bell peppers, and olives on top.
  • Top with the remaining pasta mixture.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition

Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gFiber: 2g
Keyword pizza casserole, comfort food, Italian recipes, easy dinner
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