Pizza Casserole

Health score
28%
Pizza Casserole
55 min.
6
800kcal

Suggestions


If you're looking for a delicious and hearty meal that the whole family will love, look no further than this mouthwatering Pizza Casserole! Combining the comforting flavors of classic pizza with the satisfying texture of macaroni, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it's a cozy family dinner, a potluck with friends, or a casual lunch. With a delightful blend of turkey Italian sausage, savory tomato pasta sauce, and a medley of olives and mushrooms, each bite is packed with flavor.

This Pizza Casserole is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a fantastic choice for busy weeknights. In just 55 minutes, you can have a bubbling, cheesy casserole ready to serve. The best part? It's a versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, side dish, or even a satisfying lunch. Plus, with a calorie count of around 800 kcal per serving, it offers a balanced meal that won't leave you feeling guilty.

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful Pizza Casserole. It's a dish that brings everyone together, and once you take that first bite, you'll understand why it's destined to become a new favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • 3.5 cups .5 oz. macaroni wheel-shaped uncooked
  • 0.5 pound ground sausage italian
  • 2.8 cups vegetarian bacon strips 
  • 0.3 cup olives ripe sliced
  • ounces mushroom stems and pieces drained canned
  • ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese fat-free shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni as directed on package; drain. Cook sausage in skillet, stirring frequently, until no longer pink; drain.
  2. Mix macaroni, sausage, pasta sauce, olives and mushrooms in 2 1/2-quart casserole.
  3. Cover and bake about 30 minutes or until hot.
  4. Sprinkle with cheese.
  5. Let stand about 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories800kcal
Protein16%
Fat51.89%
Carbs32.11%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.67
Glycemic Load
0.07
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
26.59260883409%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:799.96kcal
40%
Fat:45.79g
70.44%
Saturated Fat:11.09g
69.29%
Carbohydrates:63.75g
21.25%
Net Carbohydrates:55.92g
20.34%
Sugar:3.05g
3.39%
Cholesterol:43.75mg
14.58%
Sodium:2133.71mg
92.77%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:31.77g
63.53%
Vitamin B1:11.23mg
748.43%
Selenium:50.86µg
72.65%
Vitamin B12:4.19µg
69.76%
Vitamin B3:11.85mg
59.23%
Phosphorus:566.21mg
56.62%
Vitamin B6:0.76mg
37.88%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.8%
Fiber:7.83g
31.31%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.27%
Iron:5.22mg
28.97%
Calcium:231.24mg
23.12%
Zinc:2.71mg
18.1%
Potassium:474.52mg
13.56%
Copper:0.22mg
10.94%
Magnesium:42.72mg
10.68%
Vitamin B5:0.47mg
4.73%
Folate:15.92µg
3.98%
Vitamin A:113.01IU
2.26%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.05%