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Crock Pot Pizza

This Crock Pot Pizza casserole is a quick and easy meal perfect for busy nights. Just toss the ingredients into the slow cooker and enjoy a cheesy, flavorful dish that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Cheese
  • 1 lb Ground beef or sausage Can substitute with meat of choice.
  • 3 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Use cheap shredded cheese if preferred.
  • 5 oz Pepperoni Use whatever brand is on sale.
Pasta and Sauce
  • 3 cups Spiral pasta (rotini, elbow, penne, etc.) Any pasta type works.
  • 24 oz Pizza sauce or jarred marinara Pick based on family preference.
Vegetables (optional)
  • 1 cup Chopped bell peppers Add more veggies if desired.
  • 1 cup Chopped mushrooms A great addition for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup Chopped spinach Can be added for a healthy twist.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the ground meat in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. In the slow cooker, layer the cooked meat, spiral pasta, pizza sauce, pepperoni, and any additional vegetables.
Cooking
  1. Cook on low for about 4 hours or until the cheese is bubbly and the pasta is cooked to your liking.
  2. If desired, add an extra layer of cheese halfway through the cooking time.
Serving
  1. Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving to thicken.
  2. Serve hot, optionally topped with fresh herbs like basil.

Notes

For easier cleanup, line your slow cooker with parchment paper. You can freeze leftovers in single-serve portions or double the recipe for meal prep. Great served with garlic bread or a crunchy salad.