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How to make Fire-Kissed Cheddar Pizza Casserole with Butter Kick — key cooking step

Fire-Kissed Cheddar Pizza Casserole with Butter Kick

  • Author: Isabella Cortez
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: 🍲 Comfort Classics & Casseroles
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Fire-Kissed Cheddar Pizza Casserole combines the richness of cheddar cheese with zesty pizza flavors, all baked to perfection. A comforting dish that is sure to please the whole family!


Ingredients

– 1 lb elbow macaroni

– 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

– 1 cup pizza sauce

– 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni

– 1/2 cup diced bell peppers

– 1/2 cup sliced black olives

– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

– Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

1.

2. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

3. 2. Cook the elbow macaroni according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

4. 3. In a large bowl, mix the cooked macaroni, pizza sauce, cheddar cheese, pepperoni, bell peppers, black olives, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until well combined.

5. 4. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.

6. 5. Drizzle the melted butter over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

7. 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

8. 7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.


Notes

 

– Feel free to customize the toppings based on your favorite pizza ingredients.

– This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg

Keywords: casserole, pizza, comfort food, cheddar cheese