Description
A hearty, cheesy deep-dish bake loaded with seasoned ground beef, sausage, pepperoni, and peppers, baked together in a rich tomato sauce for a bold, comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 450 g ground beef
- 225 g beef sausage, sliced
- 100 g beef pepperoni slices
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups marinara sauce (480 ml)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (220 g)
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (55 g)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add onion and bell peppers and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Add garlic, ground beef, and sausage; cook until browned.
- Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Drain excess fat if needed and stir in marinara sauce.
- Transfer mixture to a deep baking dish.
- Layer pepperoni evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use beef pepperoni to keep the dish pork-free.
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Add crushed red pepper for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American