Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole

Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole: A Hearty Fusion Bake

The Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole is what happens when two comfort-food classics collide: the bold, savory toppings of a meat-loaded pizza and the warm, layered structure of a baked casserole. It’s rich, cheesy, and deeply satisfying—perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prep when you want something filling and crowd-pleasing.

Unlike traditional pizza, this dish skips the doughy crust and instead builds layers of pasta, sauce, cheese, and multiple meats baked together into a bubbling, golden-topped casserole.

Below is a clear, step-by-step method to make it from scratch.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For a standard 9×13-inch casserole:

Meats

• ½ lb ground beef
• ½ lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
• ½ cup pepperoni slices
• ½ cup cooked bacon pieces

Base

• 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or rigatoni work best)

Sauce & Flavor

• 2 to 2½ cups pizza sauce or marinara
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

Cheese

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella
• ½ cup grated parmesan
• Optional: provolone slices for layering

Extras (optional but recommended)

• Sliced black olives
• Diced onions
• Bell peppers

Step-by-Step Cooking Method

Step 1: Cook the pasta

Boil pasta in salted water until just al dente.
Do not overcook—it will continue baking later in the oven. Drain and set aside.

Step 2: Brown the meats

In a large skillet over medium heat:

• Cook ground beef until browned.
• Add Italian sausage and break it apart as it cooks.
• Drain excess fat to avoid a greasy casserole.

Once cooked, stir in garlic and let it sauté for 30–60 seconds to release aroma.

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