Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole: The Ultimate Cheesy, Meaty, & Satisfying Bake! 🍕🔥


If you love pizza and casseroles, this Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole is the perfect fusion of both! It’s cheesy, meaty, and loaded with pizza flavors, making it an easy, family-friendly dinner that’s always a hit. This dish is perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or game nights—and best of all, it’s customizable!


🛒 Ingredients

1 lb. ground beef (for a rich, hearty base!) 🍖
1 onion, diced (adds depth & flavor!) 🧅
1 bell pepper, diced (for crunch & freshness!) 🫑
1 cup pepperoni slices (classic pizza flavor!) 🍕
1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce (thick, rich, and tangy!) 🍅
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (for ultimate gooeyness!) 🧀
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (brings all the flavors together!) 🌿
½ teaspoon garlic powder (adds extra depth!) 🧄
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat!) 🌶️
1 box (12 oz) pasta of choice (penne, rotini, or rigatoni work best!) 🍝
½ cup cooked crumbled bacon (for extra meaty goodness!) 🥓
½ cup cooked Italian sausage, crumbled (optional, but delicious!) 🍖
½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese (for a final cheesy punch!) 🧀


👨‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions


 


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