Loaded Meat Lover’s (Print Version)
Ingredients:
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1 pound lean ground beef.
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1 pound pork sausage, crumbled.
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1 cup chopped pepperoni.
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¼ cup all-purpose flour.
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4 tsp Italian seasoning, divided.
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1 (26-ounce) jar tomato basil pasta sauce.
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2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
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1 (13.8-ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust dough.
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1 tbsp olive oil.
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3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese.
Instructions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and crumbled sausage until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
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Stir in the chopped pepperoni, 2 tsp Italian seasoning, and flour. Mix until everything is well combined and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
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Pour the tomato basil pasta sauce into the meat mixture. Stir and let it simmer for a few minutes before removing from heat.
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Pour half of the meat and sauce mixture into the greased baking dish. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the meat.
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Unroll the pizza crust dough and cut into strips or pieces. Layer the dough over the cheese and meat mixture.
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Pour the remaining meat and sauce mixture over the dough. Top with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, and the remaining 2 tsp of Italian seasoning.
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Drizzle olive oil over the top and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes:
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This hearty casserole is perfect for family dinners or game day.
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A delicious combination of ground beef, sausage, pepperoni, and plenty of cheese.
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Ideal for pizza lovers looking for a comforting, oven-baked dish.