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A Family Favorite Casserole: Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake
When it comes to comforting, crowd-pleasing meals, nothing beats a Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake! This dish is a family favorite, combining the best elements of two beloved meals—pizza and burgers—into one easy-to-make casserole. It’s loaded with savory ground beef, melty cheese, tangy pizza sauce, and all your favorite pizza toppings, making it the perfect meal for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or even game day.
The beauty of this casserole lies in its versatility, ease of preparation, and the fact that it can be customized to suit every family member’s tastes. Whether you’re feeding picky eaters or just looking for something hearty and satisfying, Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake is sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.
What is Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake?
At its core, Cheesy Pizza Burger Bake is a casserole that combines the flavors of a pizza and a cheeseburger. Think of it as a deconstructed pizza with ground beef, melted cheese, and pizza sauce, all baked together to create a gooey, cheesy, savory casserole that’s filling and delicious. The beauty of this dish is that it doesn’t require any pizza dough or crust, making it a great low-carb or gluten-free alternative while still delivering all the pizza goodness.
This recipe typically uses ground beef as the base, seasoned to perfection with classic pizza toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, and onions, then topped with layers of mozzarella and cheddar cheese. The result? A hearty casserole that everyone will love.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
The beauty of this casserole is that it’s made with simple, everyday ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry and fridge. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 lb ground beef (you can also use ground turkey for a leaner option)
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup sliced pepperoni (or your favorite pizza toppings like sausage or mushrooms)
- 1 ½ cups pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or a mix of dried basil, oregano, and thyme)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (or use pizza dough for a crust-like texture, optional)
- Olive oil, for greasing the casserole dish
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