Meat-Lover's Pizza Casserole

Health score
10%
Meat-Lover's Pizza Casserole
60 min.
8
515kcal

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If you're a fan of hearty, comforting meals that bring the family together, then our Meat-Lover's Pizza Casserole is sure to become a favorite in your household. This delicious dish combines all the flavors of a classic pizza with the satisfying texture of a baked pasta casserole, making it the perfect choice for lunch, dinner, or even a side dish at your next gathering.

Imagine layers of tender ziti pasta enveloped in a rich and savory pizza sauce, complemented by the robust flavors of Italian sausage, crispy bacon, and pepperoni. Each bite is a delightful explosion of taste, topped off with a gooey, melted cheese blend that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Not only is this casserole a crowd-pleaser, but it’s also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just about an hour from start to finish.

Whether you're hosting a game day party, a family dinner, or simply craving a comforting meal, this Meat-Lover's Pizza Casserole is the answer. With its generous servings and satisfying ingredients, it’s a dish that promises to please even the pickiest eaters. So gather your loved ones, preheat that oven, and get ready to indulge in a slice of pizza heaven!

Ingredients

  • lb soup noodles uncooked
  • 0.5 lb ground sausage italian
  • 0.5 cup onion chopped
  • medium bell pepper green chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 30 oz tomato sauce canned
  • slices bacon crumbled cooked
  • 0.5 package pepperoni sliced (3.5-oz size)
  • oz pizza cheese shredded italian

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 3-quart casserole with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package using minimum cook time. Return to saucepan.
  2. Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, cook and stir sausage, onion, bell pepper and garlic over medium-high heat about 7 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink and onion is softened. Stir in pizza sauce, bacon and pepperoni.
  3. Pour mixture over cooked pasta; stir. Spoon half of pasta mixture (about 4 cups) into casserole.
  4. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese. Spoon remaining pasta mixture on top.
  5. Bake 30 minutes; top with remaining 1 cup of cheese.
  6. Bake 5 to 10 minutes longer or until hot and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts

Calories515kcal
Protein18.85%
Fat41.69%
Carbs39.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26.25
Glycemic Load
19.24
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.697826033053%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.7mg
Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:514.91kcal
25.75%
Fat:24.07g
37.03%
Saturated Fat:7.06g
44.14%
Carbohydrates:51.27g
17.09%
Net Carbohydrates:47.42g
17.24%
Sugar:6.09g
6.76%
Cholesterol:43.68mg
14.56%
Sodium:1043.03mg
45.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.49g
48.97%
Selenium:50.27µg
71.81%
Manganese:0.75mg
37.4%
Vitamin C:20.94mg
25.38%
Phosphorus:228.11mg
22.81%
Vitamin B3:4.31mg
21.53%
Vitamin B1:0.32mg
21.39%
Vitamin B6:0.4mg
19.95%
Potassium:621.61mg
17.76%
Copper:0.34mg
17.06%
Fiber:3.85g
15.39%
Magnesium:56.71mg
14.18%
Zinc:2.05mg
13.64%
Iron:2.37mg
13.17%
Vitamin E:1.78mg
11.83%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.74%
Vitamin A:518.59IU
10.37%
Calcium:96.29mg
9.63%
Vitamin B5:0.94mg
9.43%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.66%
Folate:25.89µg
6.47%
Vitamin K:4.7µg
4.47%