Hey there, home cooks! Ready to shake up your pizza night? Let’s say hello to Mama’s Pizza Casserole, a real crowd-pleaser that’s big on flavor and comfort. Think everything you love about a piping hot pizza but layered up like a lasagna. You’re going to want to bookmark this recipe – trust me
Mama’s Pizza Casserole is a classic American recipe that’s perfect for those times when you can’t decide between pizza and pasta. It features a hearty meat sauce, pasta, lots of gooey cheese, and of course, your favorite pizza toppings. It’s a dish that delivers on deliciousness and comes with a hearty dose of nostalgia .
Ingredients:
1 lb of ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 jar (24 oz) of pasta sauce
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
1 teaspoon of dried basil
3 cups of rotini pasta
2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup of pepperoni slices
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Meanwhile, cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until it’s al dente, then drain and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until the beef is fully browned and the onion is translucent.
Stir in the pasta sauce, oregano, and basil, then let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
In a large baking dish, combine the cooked pasta and beef sauce, making sure the pasta is well coated.
Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese evenly over the pasta, then layer the pepperoni slices on top. Add the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the pepperoni.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Then, dig in and enjoy
What’s great about Mama’s Pizza Casserole is how flexible it is. If your family has favorite pizza toppings, feel free to add them in! Green peppers, mushrooms, olives, or even pineapple could all make a tasty addition .
The next time you’re in the mood for comfort food, give Mama’s Pizza Casserole a whirl. It’s a hit with both the kids and adults, perfect for a weeknight dinner, and even better as leftovers the next day (if it lasts that long!). Happy cooking, folks!
