Meat Lovers Casserole Bake
This hearty casserole combines pasta, beef, pepperoni, and melty cheese in rich marinara for a crave-worthy family dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings (one large casserole)
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
→ Base
225 g rotini pasta, cooked al dente
→ Meats
450 g ground beef
138 g pepperoni slices
→ Dairy
226 g mozzarella cheese, shredded
113 g mild cheddar cheese, shredded
→ Sauce and Seasoning
680 g marinara sauce
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a 23×33 cm baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef with salt and pepper until browned and no longer pink (8–10 minutes). Drain excess fat.
Add cooked rotini, pepperoni, 113 g mozzarella, cheddar, marinara sauce, and Italian seasoning to the beef. Stir to combine.
Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with remaining 113 g mozzarella cheese.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let rest a few minutes before serving. Optional: garnish with parsley.
Notes
For the best results, use freshly shredded cheese and quality pepperoni.
Great for leftovers — reheat well the next day.
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/meat-lovers-casserole-bake/
