Best 2 Loris Creamy Pizza Casserole Recipes

**Lori's Creamy Pizza Casserole: A Cheesy, Comforting Dish for All Occasions**

Pizza casserole, a delectable fusion of two beloved comfort foods, is a culinary masterpiece that combines the flavors and textures of pizza in a creamy, casserole-style dish. This versatile dish can be customized with your favorite pizza toppings, making it a perfect meal for gatherings, potlucks, or a cozy family dinner. With its creamy, cheesy filling, crispy crust, and endless topping possibilities, Lori's Creamy Pizza Casserole is sure to be a hit.

**Recipe Variations:**

- **Lori's Creamy Pizza Casserole (Original Recipe):** This classic recipe features a creamy filling made with ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese, topped with pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, and green peppers.

- **Veggie Delight Pizza Casserole:** For a vegetarian twist, replace the pepperoni with a medley of colorful vegetables like broccoli, zucchini, carrots, and bell peppers.

- **BBQ Chicken Pizza Casserole:** Transform your casserole into a BBQ delight by using BBQ sauce instead of pizza sauce, and topping it with grilled chicken, bacon, and red onions.

- **Cheesy Spinach and Artichoke Pizza Casserole:** Create a creamy and flavorful casserole by incorporating spinach, artichoke hearts, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.

- **Loaded Baked Potato Pizza Casserole:** Combine the richness of loaded baked potatoes with the flavors of pizza by adding diced potatoes, bacon, sour cream, and chives to your casserole.

Each variation offers a unique flavor profile that caters to different preferences, making Lori's Creamy Pizza Casserole a versatile dish that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PIZZA CASSEROLE

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This recipe takes all the good things we love on pizza and combines them with egg noodles to form a great, one-dish casserole to feed your family.

Provided by Melissa

Categories 100+ Pasta and Noodle Recipes Noodle Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups uncooked egg noodles
½ pound lean ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 cup sliced pepperoni sausage
16 ounces pizza sauce
4 tablespoons milk
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Cook noodles according to package directions.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef with the onion, garlic and green bell pepper. Drain excess fat. Stir in the noodles, pepperoni, pizza sauce and milk, and mix well. Pour this mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish.
Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 minutes, top with the cheese, then bake for 5 to 10 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 386.5 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 25.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 902.7 mg, Sugar 5.1 g

LORI'S CREAMY PIZZA CASSEROLE

Lori's Creamy Pizza Casserole image

Creamy and delicious you're going to love this casserole! The mix of condensed soup and cream cheese make this so creamy. I used ham, pepperoni and Italian sausage as the meat and loved the combo. I added some mushrooms to the top too. Yummy! But customize the recipe to suit your taste. It's quick, easy and feeds a big crowd.

Provided by Lori Moore

Categories Casseroles

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

8 oz package cream cheese softened
1 can(s) cream of mushroom soup
4 c cooked pasta of your choice
2 Tbsp dried Italian seasoning
3 c mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 c Parmesan cheese
16 oz jar of spaghetti sauce
1/4 c green pepper chopped
1/4 c chopped onion or green onion
any meats you like on your pizza. Some of the ones I use: pepperoni, diced ham, bacon, ground chuck (browned and crumbled), Italian sausage (browned and crumbled)
any other toppings you like on your pizza can be added: mushrooms, black olives, etc.

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350° F. Combine cream cheese, soup, and Italian seasonings, mix well.
2. Add into pasta, coating the pasta and put into a large sprayed casserole dish (I like to use a lasagna pan).
3. In a small bowl, combine mozzarella and Parmesan.
4. Sprinkle 1/2 on top of the pasta mixture.
5. Place meat choices over cheese.
6. Spread pizza sauce over the meat mixture.
7. Top with bell pepper, onions, and any other toppings. Top with remaining cheese. Bake in the oven until it is bubbly. I place it under the broiler for a few minutes to allow the cheese to turn golden brown.
8. NOTE** The fat can be reduced in this recipe without changing the flavor. I use Neufchatel (lower fat) cream cheese, reduced fat/reduced sodium Fit N' Active Cream soup, mozzarella is already one of the healthiest cheeses, and a good healthy sauce. Hunts makes a great naturally low fat spaghetti sauce that is chunky vegetable (with zucchini, tomatoes, onions, peppers, and more). I do add a bit more seasonings. My family usually can't tell the difference when I get those veggies in this way!! To have a really quick dinner, use toppings that don't need to be cooked, like pepperoni, diced ham, real bacon bits.

Tips:

Use a variety of cheeses for a more flavorful casserole. Try a combination of mozzarella, cheddar, Parmesan, and cream cheese.
Add some cooked chicken, beef, or vegetables to the casserole for a heartier meal.
Serve the casserole with a side of garlic bread or a green salad.
To make sure the casserole is cooked through, insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean, the casserole is ready.
Leftover casserole can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Lori's Creamy Pizza Casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover pizza crust. With its creamy sauce, melted cheese, and variety of toppings, this casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family.