Pizza Casserole
A delightful dish that combines classic pizza flavors with the comforting texture of a casserole, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (85% lean and 15% fat)
- 16 oz rotini pasta (uncooked)
- 4 cups water
- 3 cups pasta sauce
- 8 oz Homemade Velveeta cheese
- 8 oz Mozzarella cheese (shredded with a box grater)
- 24 slices pepperoni (uncured, no nitrates)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp seasoning salt (Lawry's Brand)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add garlic powder, seasoning salt, Italian seasoning, and pepper to the beef. Stir well.
- Add the uncooked rotini pasta and 4 cups of water to the pot. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for about 8 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
- Stir in the pasta sauce and Homemade Velveeta cheese. Mix well until the cheese is melted.
- Transfer half of the mixture to a greased baking dish. Layer with half of the Mozzarella cheese and half of the pepperoni slices.
- Add the remaining pasta mixture on top, followed by the remaining Mozzarella cheese and pepperoni slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to mix in your favorite pizza toppings or make it a vegetarian option by omitting the ground beef and adding more vegetables.