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Close-up of baked Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole with melted cheese and crispy pepperoni

Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole

This hearty Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole is packed with rigatoni, Italian beef sausage, melty mozzarella, pepperoni, and savory sauce. It’s like your favorite pizza turned into a comforting, cheesy bake that feeds a crowd!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Casserole, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian-Inspired
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • Large Sauté Pan
  • Large Pot
  • 9x13 Baking Dish
  • Colander
  • Wooden Spoon

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 1 pound Italian beef sausage casings removed
  • 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
  • 16 ounces Rigatoni pasta
  • 48 ounces Traditional pasta sauce 2 jars, 24 oz each
  • 12 ounces Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 bag Pepperoni slices count out 18 whole, chop the rest
Keyword cheesy pasta, family dinner, meat lovers, pepperoni pasta bake, pizza casserole