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Kid's Favorite Pizza Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 celbow macaroni
- 1 lbground beef
- 1jar pizza sauce
- 1can tomato sauce
- 1can sliced mushrooms
drained
- 1 lbshredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
- 3
Cook and stir ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until meat is crumbly and browned, about 10 minutes; drain excess grease.
- 4
Mix cooked ground beef, macaroni, pizza sauce, tomato sauce, and mushrooms in a bowl. Layer half the macaroni mixture into a 9x12-inch baking dish; top with 1/2 the mozzarella cheese. Layer remaining macaroni mixture over the top; sprinkle remaining mozzarella cheese over macaroni mixture. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted and casserole is bubbling, about 35 minutes. Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
Kid's Favorite Pizza Casserole
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About this Recipe
Craving a meal that brings smiles to the table without breaking the bank? This Kid's Favorite Pizza Casserole is the ultimate easy dinner solution, combining comforting pasta with all the beloved flavors of pizza. It’s designed to delight your family and your budget, making weeknight meals a breeze.
This recipe works because it leverages familiar, budget-friendly ingredients to create a satisfying meal that even the pickiest eaters will request again and again. By marrying tender macaroni with savory ground beef and a rich, cheesy pizza sauce, you get all the classic comforts of pizza and pasta in one easy-to-love dish.
Prepare for a hearty, comforting dish that tastes like a deconstructed pizza married with classic macaroni and cheese. You'll enjoy layers of savory ground beef, vibrant tomato and pizza sauces, tender elbow macaroni, and plenty of gooey, melted mozzarella cheese. This casserole is designed to be simple to assemble, making it a perfect weeknight hero for busy families. Each bite offers a delightful blend of tangy, savory, and cheesy notes, creating a truly irresistible family dinner.
Feel free to get creative with this versatile pizza casserole. You could swap the ground beef for ground turkey or Italian sausage for a different flavor profile. For a vegetarian option, consider omitting the meat and adding extra mushrooms or bell peppers. If you don't have canned sliced mushrooms, a can of diced bell peppers or black olives would also be a great addition. You can also experiment with different types of shredded cheese, like provolone or a pizza blend, alongside the mozzarella.
This hearty casserole is ideal for family dinners, potlucks, or any occasion where you need a comforting and crowd-pleasing meal. Serve it alongside a simple green salad to complete the plate.