Pizza Casserole: All the Flavors of Your Favorite Pizza in One Dish

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Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that combines all the flavors of your favorite pizza in a convenient casserole form.

Get Full Recipe: Pepperoni and Sausage Pizza Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 pound Italian sausage, casing removed
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) pizza sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 12 oz rotini pasta (or any short pasta), cooked and drained
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Cook the Sausage:
3. • In a large skillet, cook the Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté the Vegetables:
5. • In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook until softened about 3-4 minutes.
   • Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
   • Add the diced green bell pepper and red bell pepper. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Combine Ingredients:
7. • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, sliced pepperoni, diced tomatoes, pizza sauce, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
   • Add the cooked pasta to the mixture and stir to combine.
8. Assemble the Casserole:
9. • Pour half of the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish.
   • Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese and half of the shredded Parmesan cheese over the pasta mixture.
   • Pour the remaining pasta mixture over the cheese layer.
   • Top with the remaining shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
10. Bake:
11. • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
    • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the casserole is heated through.
12. Serve:
13. • Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
    • Garnish with chopped fresh basil if desired.
    • Serve hot, and enjoy!

Conclusion

Pepperoni and Sausage pizzaasserole is a fun and tasty way to enjoy the flavors of pizza in a comforting casserole format. With its combination of savory sausage, spicy pepperoni, and gooey cheese, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy this easy and delicious casserole for your next meal!