Description
๐ Upside Down Pizza Casserole: Simple Recipe for a Family Favorite Meal combines all your favorite pizza flavors in a hearty casserole that’s easy to prepare.
๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ This dish is perfect for family dinners, offering a comforting, satisfying meal that’s loved by kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
– 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey
– 1/2 pound Italian sausage
– 1 small onion, chopped
– 1/2 large bell pepper, chopped
– 4 ounces sliced mushrooms
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 24 ounces pasta sauce
– 1 can sliced olives (2.25 ounces), drained
– 3 ounces sliced pepperoni
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 pound pizza dough (homemade or store bought)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
Instructions
1-First, preheat the oven to 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) and get your ingredients ready by chopping vegetables and measuring spices.
2-In a large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey, Italian sausage, onion, bell pepper, mushrooms, and garlic over medium heat until everything is no longer pink, then drain any excess fat.
3-Next, stir in the pasta sauce and drained sliced olives, and spoon this mixture into a 9ร13 inch baking dish. Layer on the sliced pepperoni and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese for that classic pizza feel. Now, lay the pizza dough over the filling, covering as much as you can, and pierce it several times with a knife to let steam escape.
4-Brush the dough with olive oil and mix the grated Parmesan cheese with Italian seasoning in a small bowl before sprinkling it over the top. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the dough is golden brown, and let the casserole stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
๐ Substitute pizza dough with biscuits, crescent roll dough, or refrigerated pie crust if desired.
๐ฅฆ Add extra vegetables according to taste for more flavor and nutrition.
โ๏ธ This casserole can be frozen for up to three months; thaw and reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 835
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1774mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 51g
- Cholesterol: 163mg
Keywords: Upside Down,Pizza,Casserole,Family
