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Kids' Favorite Pizza Spaghetti Casserole (Two Favorites in One)

Kids’ Favorite Pizza Spaghetti Casserole: A Delicious Treat!


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  • Author: TASTYRCP
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Kid-Friendly

Description

A delightful casserole that combines the flavors of pizza and spaghetti, perfect for kids and the whole family.


Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces spaghetti
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 jar (24 ounces) pizza sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat.
  4. Add pizza sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the beef; stir to combine.
  5. In a large bowl, mix the cooked spaghetti with the beef mixture.
  6. Transfer half of the spaghetti mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  7. Layer half of the mozzarella cheese and half of the pepperoni on top.
  8. Repeat the layers with the remaining spaghetti mixture, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni.
  9. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top.
  10. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

  • Feel free to add your favorite pizza toppings.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and refrigerated before baking.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of the casserole
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg