Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole: Easy Comfort Food with Turkey Bacon
A hearty and delicious casserole perfect for meat lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 8 ounces turkey bacon
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 1 can pizza sauce
- 12 ounces pasta (any type)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and turkey bacon until browned.
- Add the pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the meat mixture.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked pasta, meat mixture, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Transfer to a baking dish and top with remaining mozzarella and pepperoni slices.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.