Here’s a hearty and satisfying Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole recipe that’s loaded with all your favorite pizza toppings — but baked into a cheesy, comforting casserole. It’s perfect for feeding a hungry family or a crowd!
🍕 Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole
All the flavors of your favorite pizza — in baked, cheesy casserole form!
🕒 Prep Time: 20 minutes
⏲ Bake Time: 25–30 minutes
🍽 Serves: 6–8
📋 Ingredients:
- 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, rotini, or ziti work well)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- ½ lb (225 g) Italian sausage (mild or spicy, casing removed)
- ½ cup chopped pepperoni (plus more for topping)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (24 oz / 680 g) jar pizza sauce or marinara sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for richness)
- Optional toppings: sliced olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, extra pepperoni