Loaded Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole
Meat lovers rejoice! If you’re a fan of pizza and meat, then you’ll love this ultimate meat feast pizza casserole. It’s a hearty and delicious meal that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prep. This casserole is easy to make and packed with flavor, making it a great option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 pound pork sausage, crumbled
- 1 cup chopped pepperoni
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
- 1 (26-ounce) jar tomato basil pasta sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 (13.8-ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust dough
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and crumbled pork sausage over medium heat until browned and thoroughly cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- Add the chopped pepperoni, 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, and flour to the skillet. Stir to combine everything well, and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the tomato basil pasta sauce into the meat mixture and stir until well blended. Let it simmer for a few minutes before removing it from heat.
- Spread half of the meat and sauce mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat layer.
- Roll out the pizza crust dough and cut it into strips or pieces. Layer these pieces over the cheese and meat mixture.
- Pour the remaining meat and sauce mixture on top of the dough layer. Add the rest of the shredded mozzarella cheese, along with the grated Parmesan cheese and the remaining 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the casserole. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing.