Ingredients
– 1 lb ground beef for protein-packed filling
– 1/2 cup chopped onion for aroma and taste
– 1 teaspoon minced garlic for aroma and taste
– 15 oz chunky tomato sauce for savory sauce base
– 1 (4-ounce or approximately 115 grams) can sliced mushrooms for earthy pop
– Cooking spray for easy release
– 10 oz pizza dough for crust foundation
– 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese for layered cheese topping
Instructions
1-Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2-In a large non-stick skillet, cook the ground beef and chopped onion until browned, then drain excess fat.
3-Return the beef mixture to the skillet, add the tomato sauce and mushrooms, and heat through.
4-Coat a 13×9 inch (33×23 cm) baking dish with cooking spray.
5-Unroll the pizza dough and press it into the bottom and halfway up the sides of the baking dish.
6-Spread the meat mixture evenly over the dough.
7-Bake uncovered at 425°F for 12 minutes.
8-Remove from the oven, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, and bake for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese melts and the crust is browned.
9-Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Last Step:
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🍕 Allow the casserole to cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing to prevent a soggy crust and ensure clean cuts
🍄 Use fresh mushrooms instead of canned for better texture and flavor, sautéing them with the onions if desired
🧀 Customize your casserole by adding pepperoni under the meat mixture or using different cheeses like pepper jack for extra spice
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 980
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 7
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 22
- Cholesterol: 60