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Pizza Spaghetti Casserole

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Pizza Spaghetti Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that combines two beloved classics: pizza and spaghetti. This hearty casserole is loaded with spaghetti noodles, marinara sauce, gooey melted cheese, and your favorite pizza toppings, all baked to perfection. It’s perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or meal prepping for the week. With its irresistible layers of cheesy, saucy goodness and customizable toppings, this dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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Gather these ingredients to make your Pizza Spaghetti Casserole:

  • 12 oz spaghetti noodles
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 20–25 slices of turkey pepperoni
  • ½ cup chopped bell peppers (optional)
  • ½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Cook the Spaghetti:

  1. Boil the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti noodles until al dente. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.

Prepare the Meat Sauce:

  1. Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until browned, breaking it into small crumbles. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add the Sauce and Seasoning: Stir in the marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Assemble the Casserole:

  1. Layer the Pasta: Spread half of the cooked spaghetti noodles evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Add the Sauce: Pour half of the meat sauce over the noodles, spreading it evenly.
  3. Add the Cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and half of the cheddar cheese over the sauce.
  4. Repeat Layers: Add the remaining spaghetti, followed by the rest of the meat sauce, and top with the remaining mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.

Top with Toppings:

  1. Add Pepperoni and Veggies: Arrange the turkey pepperoni slices, bell peppers, and mushrooms on top of the cheese. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the toppings.

Bake the Casserole:

  1. Bake: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the casserole with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, let it cool for 5 minutes, and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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