Karen Reynolds
@lovekaren
Pepperoni Pizza Bake
This Pepperoni Pizza Casserole is a delicious and hearty dish that combines all the flavors of a classic pizza in a comforting casserole form. With layers of ground beef, egg noodles, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni, it's perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and sure to please everyone!
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:7
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time45 min.
- Total time65 min.
- Servings8
Ingredients
- 1 pound
- 8 ounces
- 20 ounces, divided
- 16 ounces, or as needed
- 8 ounces, coarsely chopped
- 2.25 ounces, drained
- 2.5 ounces, drained
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Pepperoni Pizza Bake.
Step 1
Begin by preheating your oven to a cozy 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a skillet set over medium heat, brown the ground beef until it loses its pink hue, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks—this should take around 10 minutes.
Step 3
Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring it to a vigorous boil.
Step 4
Toss in the egg noodles and cook them until they are tender yet still have a slight bite, which will take about 5 minutes.
Step 5
Once cooked, drain the noodles and set them aside.
Step 6
In a spacious bowl, combine the cooked beef, drained noodles, half of the mozzarella cheese, spaghetti sauce, chopped pepperoni, black olives, and mushrooms.
Step 7
Stir everything together until well mixed.
Step 8
Transfer this hearty mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Step 9
Cover the dish with aluminum foil to keep the flavors locked in.
Step 10
Place it in the preheated oven and bake until the casserole is bubbling and golden, which should take approximately 30 to 45 minutes.
Step 11
Enjoy the delightful aroma wafting through your kitchen as you await this comforting dish!.