Meat Lovers Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Meaty Layers
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1 cup chopped pepperoni, small pieces
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1 pound pork sausage
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1 pound ground beef, lean
→ Flavors & Sauce
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1 jar (26 ounces) tomato basil pasta sauce
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4 teaspoons Italian seasoning, split
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1/4 cup flour for thickening
→ Cheesy Crust Toppings
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2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded and split
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1 Parmesan cheese, 3 tablespoons grated
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1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
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1 can (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough
# Instructions:
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Turn on your oven to 425°F. Spray your 9x13-inch dish lightly so cleanup's a breeze later.
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Over medium-high heat, cook your sausage and ground beef in a large pan. Once browned, drain off any grease so the dish isn't too oily.
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Add pepperoni, 3 teaspoons of seasoning, flour, and tomato sauce to the pan with your cooked meat. Let it simmer gently into a hearty sauce.
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Spread the sauce into your greased dish, then cover it evenly with 1½ cups of mozzarella. Lay the pizza dough carefully over the cheesy layer.
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Coat the dough lightly with olive oil, then add a sprinkle of the last teaspoon of seasoning, remaining mozzarella, and Parmesan for flavor and crunch.
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Bake everything for 20-25 minutes. When it’s done, the top should be golden, and the cheese bubbling.
# Notes:
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All the tasty goodness of a loaded pizza morphed into a hearty baked dish.
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With three different proteins, it's perfect for anyone who loves meat-packed dinners.
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Two cheeses melt into a gooey topping that turns crispy and golden in the oven.