Description
Dive into the savory goodness of Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole—a delightful blend of your favorite pizza toppings transformed into a hearty baked pasta dish. This family-friendly casserole layers succulent sausage, ham, pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella cheese over bow tie pasta, creating a satisfying meal perfect for any gathering or busy weeknight. Easy to prepare ahead of time and freezer-friendly, this recipe is a true crowd-pleaser that guarantees smiles around the dinner table. Enjoy each comforting bite as you savor the rich flavors and cheesy goodness of this Italian-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb bow tie pasta
- 1 lb mild pork sausage
- 2 (26 oz) jars spaghetti sauce
- 1 large onion, diced
- 1 lb cooked ham, cubed
- Sliced pepperoni (amount as desired)
- 3 (8 oz) bags shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- Cook the bow tie pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, onion, and garlic until browned. Stir in oregano.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and layer ingredients: start with sauce, then half the pasta, meat mixture, half the cheese; repeat layers ending with remaining sauce and cheese.
- Bake uncovered for about 40 minutes until bubbly and golden. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg