Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole, a delectable dish that combines all your favorite pizza toppings into a hearty pasta bake. Perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, this casserole features layers of savory sausage, ham, pepperoni, and gooey cheese, making it a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With its easy preparation and customizable options, it’s not just a recipe; it’s a delicious way to bring everyone together. Serve this cheesy delight at your next potluck or enjoy the comforting leftovers throughout the week!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb bow tie pasta
- 1 lb mild pork sausage
- 2 (26 oz) jars spaghetti sauce
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 lb cooked ham, cubed
- Sliced pepperoni (to taste)
- 3 (8 oz) bags shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage with diced onion, minced garlic, and oregano. Drain excess grease if necessary.
- In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer as follows: spread a thin layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom, then add 1/3 of the pasta, followed by sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sausage mixture. Repeat layers twice more.
- Finish with remaining pasta, sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and sliced pepperoni on top.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg