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Pizza Casserole Easy Recipe

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Craving pizza but want something a bit more homey and easy? This wide egg noodle pizza casserole is your answer! Picture fluffy egg noodles, tossed in a vibrant marinara sauce, all nestled together with savory ground beef and everyone's favorite pizza topping – pepperoni. A blanket of melty mozzarella cheese finishes everything off, creating a dish that's both visually appealing and utterly irresistible.

The beauty of this casserole lies in its simplicity. No need for fancy ingredients or complicated steps. Wide egg noodles offer a comforting texture, soaking up all the delicious flavors of the sauce and ground beef. The pepperoni adds those pops of salty, meaty goodness, while the mozzarella cheese creates a golden, gooey crown, sure to satisfy any cheese lover.

This casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. It's a crowd-pleaser that's easy to whip up and requires minimal cleanup. Plus, it's a great way to use up leftover ground beef or even sneak in some extra veggies like chopped green peppers or sliced mushrooms. So ditch the delivery menu and dive into this cheesy, comforting dish – it's a pizza party in a casserole dish, waiting to happen!

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Some Questions For You:

• Have you tried baking Pizza Casserole before?
• What are additional toppings you might add to pizza casserole?
• What are your favorite noodles to use for pizza casserole?
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More Information For You:

Unfortunately, there isn't a well-documented origin story for pizza casserole. However, by looking at the history of its two key components, we can make some educated guesses about its rise to popularity.

Casseroles:

• Baked dishes combining various ingredients have existed for centuries. The word "casserole" itself likely emerged in the 17th century, referencing the deep, round baking dish used for these meals.
• Casseroles gained immense popularity in the mid-20th century, particularly in the US. Their convenience perfectly suited the needs of busy families.
• The rise of convenience foods like canned vegetables and prepared sauces further fueled the casserole craze.

Pizza:

• Pizza's history stretches back to antiquity, with flatbreads topped with various ingredients found in different cultures around the world.
• Modern pizza, as we know it with tomato sauce and cheese, emerged in Naples, Italy, some time between the 16th and 18th centuries.
• Pizza's popularity soared in the 20th century, particularly after World War II, when Allied troops stationed in Italy brought back a taste for the dish.

The Marriage of Pizza and Casserole:

• It's likely that pizza casserole emerged sometime in the mid-20th century, capitalizing on the popularity of both dishes.
• Home cooks, looking for creative ways to use leftover ingredients or recreate pizza flavors in a more convenient form, might have started combining elements of both.
• The beauty of pizza casserole lies in its versatility. It allows for customization with various types of pasta, sauces, cheeses, and toppings, making it a perfect dish for using up leftovers or catering to different preferences.

Clues to its Origin:

While there's no single inventor or specific date for pizza casserole's creation, here are some clues:

• The rise of convenience foods in the mid-20th century aligns with the popularity of casseroles.
• The post-war era saw a surge in Italian immigration to the US, potentially influencing the creation of new Italian-American dishes like pizza casserole.

Overall, pizza casserole is a testament to the enduring appeal of pizza and the convenience factor that casseroles offered in the mid-20th century. It's a delicious example of culinary creativity and continues to be a popular comfort food option today.

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My Thoughts On Pizza Casserole:

If I don't get to eat regular pizza I enjoy pizza casserole and this pizza casserole is so easy to make. I love the combination of sauce, pasta, and cheese. I like to have anchovies on my pizza and pizza casserole is no different for me. It is an added topping I choose for pizza dishes. Do you like anchovies? People either like them or hate them. Where do you stand?

Pizza Casserole Easy Recipe - (Casseroles)
12 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 package wide egg noodles (12 ounces)
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (lean)
• 3 cups pizza sauce
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• Pepperoni slices
• Pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the egg noodles in salted, boiling water for 2-3 minutes.
2. Drain water from the egg noodles.
3. Brown the ground beef and drain the excess fat.
4. Add the pizza sauce, salt, and pepper to the beef; mix well.
5. Put half of the noodles in a greased 13x9 baking dish.
6. Cover with half the sauce and 1 cup of cheese and repeat the layers.
7. Top with the pepperoni slices.
8. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

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-The Recipe Guy

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