Beef Pizza Casserole With Pizza Crust Recipe

Ingredients for Beef Pizza Casserole With Pizza Crust

• 1 lb ground beef
• Dried Chili Pepper Flakes
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/2 green bell pepper (chopped)
• Dried Italian Seasoning
• Seasoning Salt
• Pepper
• Parmesan Cheese
• Flour
• 2 cups pasta sauce
• Sliced Mushrooms
• Mozzarella Cheese
• Prepared Pizza Crust
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

How to Make Beef Pizza Casserole With Pizza Crust

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Grease a 13 x 9-inch casserole dish.
3. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef with 1/2 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 green bell pepper (chopped), and 1/2 teaspoon dried chili flakes until beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess grease and return to skillet.
4. Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until well blended.
5. Add 2 cups pasta sauce and 1 cup sliced mushrooms.
6. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Pour the beef mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese.
8. Unroll one 12-14 inch pizza crust and place it over the cheese layer.
9. Brush the pizza crust with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle with 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
10. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
12. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!