Triple Delight Meat Lovers' Pizza Casserole
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Triple Delight Meat Lovers' Pizza Casserole. Combining three different meats with perfectly cooked bow tie pasta, oozing mozzarella cheese, and tangy spaghetti sauce, this dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Ideal for family gatherings or a satisfying weeknight dinner, it's sure to delight pizza enthusiasts and casserole lovers alike.
9
Servings
577 kcal
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
bow tie pasta
1 lb (cooked until al dente)
mild pork sausage
1 lb (cooked)
onion
1 large (medium size chopped)
spaghetti sauce
52 oz (two 26 oz jars of Mushroom and Garlic sauce)
cubed cooked ham
1 lb (ready to layer)
sliced pepperoni
1/2-1 lb (ready to layer)
shredded mozzarella cheese
24 oz (three 8 oz bags)
grated parmesan cheese
6 tablespoons (divided)
chopped garlic
2 tablespoons (for cooking with sausage)
dried oregano
1 teaspoon (for cooking with sausage)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Begin by cooking the bow tie pasta in boiling water until it is al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
3
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage along with chopped garlic, dried oregano, and onions until the sausage juices run clear and the onions are softened.
4
Lightly grease a 9x13x3 inch baking dish.
5
Start assembling the layers: spread a small amount of spaghetti sauce to lightly coat the bottom of the dish.
6
For the first layer, use 1/3 of the cooked pasta, followed by 1/3 of the remaining sauce, one bag of mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, and all the sausage and onion mixture.
7
Proceed to the second layer using 1/2 of the remaining pasta, 1/2 of the remaining sauce, one bag of mozzarella cheese, 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese, and the cubed cooked ham.
8
Finish with the third layer consisting of all the remaining pasta, all of the remaining sauce, the last bag of mozzarella cheese, and 2 tablespoons of parmesan cheese. Generously cover the top with sliced pepperoni.
9
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
10
Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to sit for at least 5 minutes before serving. This will help the layers set and make it easier to serve.
Nutrition Information
30.6 g
Fat
44.4 g
Carbs
35.6 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Triple Delight Meat Lovers' Pizza Casserole?
It is a comfort food dish that combines bow tie pasta, three types of meat, mozzarella cheese, and tangy spaghetti sauce into a baked casserole.
What three meats are used in this recipe?
The three meats included are mild pork sausage, cubed cooked ham, and sliced pepperoni.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 9 servings.
What type of pasta is used for this pizza casserole?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of bow tie pasta, cooked until al dente.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
How do you prepare the pork sausage?
The sausage should be cooked in a skillet with garlic, dried oregano, and onions until the juices run clear and the onions are softened.
What size baking dish is required?
You should use a 9x13x3 inch baking dish.
How much spaghetti sauce is needed?
A total of 52 ounces of spaghetti sauce is required.
Which specific spaghetti sauce is recommended?
The recipe suggests using two 26 oz jars of Mushroom and Garlic sauce.
How much mozzarella cheese is used in total?
The recipe uses 24 ounces of shredded mozzarella, which is equivalent to three 8 oz bags.
When should the sliced pepperoni be added?
The sliced pepperoni is added as the final topping on the third layer before baking.
How long does the casserole need to bake?
It should be baked for 40 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Why should the casserole sit for 5 minutes after baking?
Allowing it to sit helps the layers set, making it easier to serve.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 577 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 35.6 grams of protein in each serving.
How much fat is in a single serving?
Each serving has 30.6 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
There are 44.4 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much garlic is included in the recipe?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of chopped garlic.
What amount of dried oregano is used?
One teaspoon of dried oregano is added during the sausage cooking process.
What size onion should I use?
The recipe specifies one large onion, medium size chopped.
How much parmesan cheese is used?
A total of 6 tablespoons of grated parmesan cheese is used, divided across the layers.
What are the contents of the first layer?
The first layer includes 1/3 of the pasta, 1/3 of the sauce, 8 oz of mozzarella, 2 tbsp of parmesan, and the sausage and onion mixture.
What ingredients go into the second layer?
The second layer uses 1/2 of the remaining pasta, 1/2 of the remaining sauce, 8 oz of mozzarella, 2 tbsp of parmesan, and the cubed cooked ham.
What is included in the third and final layer?
The final layer contains the remaining pasta, sauce, the last 8 oz of mozzarella, 2 tbsp of parmesan, and is topped with pepperoni.
What is the category of this recipe?
This recipe is categorized as a One Dish Meal.
How do you start the assembly of the dish?
Start by spreading a small amount of spaghetti sauce to lightly coat the bottom of the greased baking dish.
Is this recipe good for family gatherings?
Yes, it is described as a guaranteed crowd-pleaser and ideal for family gatherings.
How should the pasta be cooked?
The bow tie pasta should be boiled in water until it is al dente.
Is the ham used in the recipe pre-cooked?
Yes, the recipe requires 1 lb of cubed cooked ham.
How can you tell when the casserole is finished cooking?
The casserole is done when the cheese on top is bubbly and has turned a light golden color.