Pizza Casserole

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Pizza Casserole Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 cups pizza or marinara sauce
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 3 cups cooked pasta (penne, rotini, or any short pasta)
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook the ground beef and onion in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is tender. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the pizza or marinara sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 5 minutes.
4. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and stir until well combined.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly.
6. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the pasta mixture.
7. Arrange the pepperoni slices over the cheese.
8. Add the remaining mozzarella cheese and optional toppings like black olives and green bell pepper.
9. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve the pizza casserole with a side salad and garlic bread for a complete meal.

Enjoy your homemade Pizza Casserole!