Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole! This hearty baked dish combines all your favorite pizza toppings—like sausage, beef, pepperoni, and gooey mozzarella—layered with tender bow tie pasta and rich spaghetti sauce. Perfect for family dinners or potlucks, this casserole offers a satisfying meal that everyone will love. It’s not only easy to prepare but also freezer-friendly, making it an ideal option for busy nights. Get ready to enjoy a delicious slice of pizza flavors in every bite!
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 (to taste)
- 3 (8 oz) bags shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the bow tie pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and rinse.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage with diced onion, garlic, and oregano; drain excess grease.
- In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer ingredients starting with spaghetti sauce followed by pasta, sausage mixture, cheese, and ham. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used.
- Top with sliced pepperoni and bake uncovered for about 40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole (approximately 220g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg