If your family loves a loaded supreme pizza, this Supreme Pizza Pasta Bake Casserole is about to become a new favorite dinner. Packed with Italian sausage, ground beef, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, colorful bell peppers, mushrooms, black olives, and rigatoni pasta, this cheesy baked casserole delivers all the flavors of a deluxe pizza in an easy, comforting pasta bake.
A rich garlic-infused marinara sauce coats every bite while a creamy mozzarella-Parmesan cheese sauce takes this casserole over the top. It’s hearty enough for a crowd, perfect for meal prep, and guaranteed to satisfy even the biggest pizza lovers.
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Why You’ll Love This Supreme Pizza Casserole
- Loaded with classic supreme pizza toppings
- Easy weeknight family dinner
- Great for feeding a crowd
- Freezer-friendly meal
- Perfect make-ahead casserole
- Extra cheesy and packed with flavor
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
For the Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 ounces pepperoni, sliced
- 8 ounces Canadian bacon, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large red onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce
- 2 jars (24 ounces each) marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Cheese Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups half-and-half
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Topping
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup sliced black olives
- Extra pepperoni slices
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
How to Make Supreme Deluxe Pizza Casserole
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni until just shy of al dente according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2: Brown the Meat
Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or skillet over medium-high heat.
Add ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook until browned and fully cooked.
Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add pepperoni and Canadian bacon. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3: Cook the Vegetables
Add garlic, onions, bell peppers, and mushrooms to the meat mixture.
Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Stir in Italian seasoning, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 4: Make the Pizza Sauce
Add marinara sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and sugar.
Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 5: Make the Cheese Sauce
In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
Slowly whisk in half-and-half until smooth.
Cook until slightly thickened.
Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted and creamy.
Step 6: Assemble the Casserole
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked rigatoni, meat sauce mixture, and cheese sauce.
Transfer to a greased 9×13 casserole dish.
Top with mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, black olives, and additional pepperoni.
Step 7: Bake
Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Allow casserole to rest for 10 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley or basil.
Supreme Pizza Pasta Bake Casserole
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10–12 SERVINGS 1x
Description
This Supreme Pizza Pasta Bake Casserole combines everything you love about a loaded supreme pizza with cheesy baked rigatoni pasta. Packed with Italian sausage, ground beef, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, black olives, bell peppers, marinara sauce, and plenty of melted mozzarella cheese, it’s the ultimate family dinner.
Ingredients
Pasta
- 1 pound rigatoni pasta
Meat Mixture
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 4 ounces pepperoni slices
- 8 ounces Canadian bacon, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Vegetables
- 1 large red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
- 8 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
Sauce
- 2 jars (24 ounces each) marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Cheese Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons flour
- 3 cups half-and-half
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Topping
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Extra pepperoni
- Extra black olives
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
- Cook rigatoni according to package directions until just under al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Brown ground beef and Italian sausage. Drain excess grease.
- Add pepperoni and Canadian bacon and cook for 2 minutes.
- Stir in onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, and garlic. Cook until softened.
- Add marinara sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, Italian seasoning, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in half-and-half until smooth and thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan and mozzarella until melted.
- Combine cooked pasta, meat sauce, black olives, and cheese sauce in a large bowl.
- Transfer to prepared baking dish.
- Top with remaining mozzarella, Parmesan, pepperoni, and black olives.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Slightly undercook the pasta so it doesn’t become mushy while baking.
- Freshly shredded mozzarella melts best.
- Add banana peppers for even more classic supreme pizza flavor.
- This casserole can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Leftovers keep in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Make It Your Own
- Use spicy Italian sausage for extra heat.
- Add bacon for a meat lovers version.
- Swap rigatoni for penne or ziti.
- Add jalapeños or banana peppers for a pizza shop twist.
- Use provolone cheese for extra pizza flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 MINS
- Cook Time: 35 MINUTES
- Category: Dinner
- Method: BAKED
- Cuisine: ITALIAN INSPIRED
Tips for the Best Pizza Casserole
- Slightly undercook the pasta so it doesn’t become mushy.
- Use freshly shredded mozzarella for the best melt.
- Add sliced banana peppers for extra pizza-shop flavor.
- Let the casserole rest before slicing for cleaner servings.
- For extra heat, increase the crushed red pepper flakes.
Variations
Meat Lovers Pizza Casserole
Add cooked bacon, ham, and extra sausage.
Spicy Supreme Pizza Casserole
Add jalapeños and hot Italian sausage.
Veggie Supreme Pizza Casserole
Double the mushrooms and peppers while reducing the meat.
Storage
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make pizza casserole ahead of time?
Yes. Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate before baking.
What pasta works best?
Rigatoni, penne, ziti, and rotini all work well because they hold the sauce beautifully.
Can I freeze this casserole?
Absolutely. Freeze before or after baking for up to 3 months.
Final Thoughts
This Supreme Deluxe Pizza Casserole combines everything you love about a loaded supreme pizza with the comfort of a cheesy baked pasta dish. Between the savory meats, colorful vegetables, rich marinara, and layers of melted cheese, every bite delivers classic pizza flavor in casserole form. It’s an easy family dinner recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, game days, and freezer meals.
