Bubble Up Pizza Casserole

Bubble Up Pizza Casserole is a delicious twist on traditional pizza, made with biscuit dough and all your favorite pizza toppings. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground Italian sausage or ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 can (16.3 ounces) refrigerated biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: sliced pepperoni, black olives, mushrooms, etc.

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  1. Cook the Meat and Vegetables:
  • In a large skillet, cook the ground Italian sausage or beef over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking it up into small pieces with a spoon.
  • Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and drain any excess grease.
  1. Assemble the Casserole:
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat and vegetables with the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  • Cut the refrigerated biscuit dough into quarters and add it to the bowl with the meat mixture. Stir until the biscuit pieces are evenly coated.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
  • Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  • If desired, add any optional toppings like sliced pepperoni, black olives, or mushrooms.
  1. Bake the Casserole:
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the biscuits are cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • If the cheese starts to brown too quickly, loosely cover the casserole with foil again.
  1. Serve and Enjoy:
  • Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
  • Serve the Bubble Up Pizza Casserole hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.

This Bubble Up Pizza Casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Enjoy its comforting flavors reminiscent of your favorite pizza!

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