Pizza In A Bowl Recipe

This cheesy, comforting Pizza in a Bowl recipe is a family favorite! Inspired by a 7-year-old's Midwest Living discovery, this easy one-pan meal transforms classic pizza flavors into a fun, kid-friendly twist. Get ready for a delicious and satisfying dinner that's sure to become a weekly staple.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 545.4 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pizza In A Bowl

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How to Make Pizza In A Bowl

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. While macaroni cooks, finely chop the onion. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Cut pepperoni slices into quarters.
  5. In a large bowl, combine pizza sauce, tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, black pepper, garlic salt, and onion salt. Stir well.
  6. Stir in the cooked macaroni, ground beef mixture, and quartered pepperoni.
  7. Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  8. Spoon half of the macaroni mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  9. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the macaroni mixture.
  10. Repeat layers with remaining macaroni mixture and mozzarella cheese.
  11. Sprinkle the top with parmesan cheese.
  12. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

62g

Carbs

12g

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