Supreme Pizza Delight Casserole

Pizza Casserole

Description: Be creative when making this casserole…try adding green peppers, mushrooms, or any of your favorite pizza toppings. This Pizza Casserole is a delightful twist on traditional pizza flavors, combining the convenience of a casserole with the irresistible taste of pizza.

Cook Time: 1 hour

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Recipe Category: One Dish Meal

Keywords: Onions, Vegetable, Meat, Oven, < 4 Hours

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 723.4
• Fat Content: 35g
• Saturated Fat Content: 15.1g
• Cholesterol Content: 175.2mg
• Sodium Content: 1407.8mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 50.1g
• Fiber Content: 2.5g
• Sugar Content: 14.7g
• Protein Content: 50.2g

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Brown the Hamburger:

   • Start by browning the hamburger in a skillet over medium heat until it’s thoroughly cooked. Once done, drain off any remaining grease.

2. Add Onion and Spaghetti Sauce:

   • Next, add the diced onion and spaghetti sauce to the cooked hamburger in the skillet. Allow them to cook together for a short while until the flavors meld beautifully.

3. Prepare the Egg Noodles:

   • Meanwhile, cook the 8 oz package of egg noodles according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain them and set aside.

4. Incorporate Cheddar Cheese Soup:

   • Stir in the can of cheddar cheese soup into the cooked and drained egg noodles. This will add a creamy and savory element to the dish.

5. Layer the Casserole:

   • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Then, layer the casserole ingredients as follows: half of the meat mixture, followed by the cooked noodles, the remaining half of the meat mixture, and finally, top it off with shredded mozzarella cheese.

6. Bake the Casserole:

   • Cover the baking pan with foil and bake the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 1 hour, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Final Touches:

   • Optionally, for a golden finish on the cheese, you can remove the foil during the final few minutes of baking. This will allow the cheese to brown slightly.

8. Get Creative:

   • Feel free to customize this casserole by adding diced green peppers or any other favorite pizza toppings you enjoy. The versatility of this dish makes it perfect for experimentation.

9. Cool and Serve:

   • Once out of the oven, allow the casserole to cool for a bit before serving. This will allow it to set up slightly, making it easier to portion and enjoy.

10. Enjoy Leftovers:

• Like many casseroles, this Pizza Casserole often tastes even better the next day after the flavors have had time to meld together. So, don’t hesitate to enjoy leftovers for a delicious meal the following day.

Tips:

• For a twist, try adding diced green peppers or any of your other favorite pizza toppings into this casserole.
• Allowing the casserole to cool for a while after baking helps it to set up a little, making it easier to serve.
• Experiment with leaving the foil off during the final minutes of baking for a browner cheese topping.

This Pizza Casserole recipe is sure to become a family favorite, offering all the flavors of pizza in a convenient, hearty dish that’s perfect for any occasion! 🍕