@easy.recipes125: Cheesy Pepperoni Pizza Casserole A comforting, family-friendly dinner that combines the best parts of a classic pizza with a hearty pasta bake. Ingredients * The Pasta & Meat: * 8 oz (about 2 cups) elbow macaroni * 1 lb ground beef * 1 tbsp olive oil * The Veggies & Aromatics: * 3 cloves garlic, minced * 1 medium onion, diced * 1 cup mushrooms, sliced * 1 bell pepper (any color), diced * The Sauce & Seasonings: * 1 jar (approx. 14-15 oz) pizza sauce * 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained * 1/2 cup water * 1 tsp Italian seasoning * 1 tsp dried oregano * Salt and black pepper to taste * The Toppings: * 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese * 1/2 cup sliced black olives * 1/2 cup pepperoni slices 1. Preheat and Cook Pasta Oven temp: 375°F (190°C) Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Boil the elbow macaroni in salted water according to package directions until al dente, then drain and set aside. 2. Brown the Beef and Veggies Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until completely browned. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, and bell pepper, sautéing for about 4 to 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened. Drain any excess grease. 3. Build the Pizza Sauce Mixture Stir the pizza sauce, drained Rotel tomatoes, water, Italian seasoning, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper into the skillet with the beef and vegetables. Let everything simmer together for about 3 to 5 minutes so the flavors meld. 4. Combine Pasta and Sauce Add the cooked elbow macaroni directly into the skillet with the meat and sauce mixture, stirring thoroughly until every piece of pasta is well coated. 5. Assemble the Casserole Transfer the pasta mixture into your prepared 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer. 6. Top and Bake Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Layer the sliced black olives and pepperoni slices across the cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to turn golden brown around the edges. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. #PizzaCasserole #PastaBake #ComfortFood #EasyDinner #HomemadePizza

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