Loaded Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole – your ultimate cheesy, meaty dream come true!

Ingredients:

– 1 lb ground beef
– 1/2 lb Italian sausage
– 1 cup pepperoni slices
– 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
– 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
– 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
– 1 jar (24 oz) pizza sauce
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1 package (16 oz) rotini pasta, cooked
– Cooking spray

Directions:

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.

Cook the Meat:
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and Italian sausage until browned. Drain any excess fat. Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning for extra flavor.

Combine the Ingredients:
In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, pizza sauce, cooked ground beef and sausage, half of the pepperoni, and half of the crumbled bacon. Mix until everything is evenly coated with the sauce.

Assemble the Casserole:
Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Add the remaining pepperoni and bacon on top for a full meat lover’s experience.

Bake:
Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serve:
Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy your cheesy, meaty Loaded Meat Lover’s Pizza Casserole!

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 550 kcal per serving | Servings: 6 servings