Ground Beef Pizza Bake Family Favorite Twist

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Ground Beef Pizza Bake Recipe is an easy dinner option that combines the flavors of pizza with the comfort of a casserole. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish uses ground beef and classic pizza toppings to create a satisfying meal for the whole family.

With its simple preparation, this ground beef recipe allows you to customize the toppings to your preferences, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.

Quick and Delicious Pizza Bake

This pizza bake features seasoned ground beef layered with pizza sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings all baked to perfection. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 6 people.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 jar (14 oz) pizza sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
1 cup chopped bell peppers (optional)
1 cup sliced black olives (optional)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 package refrigerated pizza dough

Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cook the beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
Add seasonings: Stir in the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix in the pizza sauce and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle and place it in a greased baking dish, pressing it into the bottom and up the sides.

Layer the ingredients: Spread the ground beef mixture evenly over the dough. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and add any additional toppings you desire.
Bake: Place the pizza bake in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Serve: Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot and enjoy!