Pepperoni pizza casserole –Get ready to meet your new favorite comfort food: Pizza Casserole! This delightful dish packs all the cheesy, saucy goodness of your favorite pizza into a convenient casserole form. Perfect for busy weeknights, parties, or any time you just need a good old slice of happiness in your life. Let’s dive into this flavor explosion!
Pizza Casserole
This pizza casserole is super easy to make, and you can customize it with your favorite toppings—just like your pizza! So roll up those sleeves, preheat that oven, and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or sausage
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (your choice of color)
- 2 cups pizza sauce
- 1 package (12 oz) egg noodles, cooked and drained
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni (or your favorite pizza toppings)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage along with the chopped onion and bell pepper until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in the pizza sauce, cooked egg noodles, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish. Spread it out evenly. If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top to make it extra cheesy!
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes—if you can resist! Serve warm, and watch as your friends and family dig in with gleeful abandon.
And there you have it! An effortlessly delightful Pizza Casserole that’s sure to satisfy even the hungriest of appetites. No need for a pizza delivery; this homemade magic is ready to make your day a whole lot cheesier!