Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole

Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole

Entree

Prep time: 15 mins

Total time: 3 hours 15 mins

INGREDIENTS

1 pound lean ground beef
2 1/2 cups (10 ounces) whole wheat penne pasta, dry
2 1/2 cups marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, part-skim
2/3 cup water
1 small white onion, diced
2 cloves (1 tsp) garlic, minced
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
Family-favorite toppings (optional): pepperoni slices, Canadian bacon, pineapple, tomatoes, fresh basil, olives, green peppers, mushrooms, etc.

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INSTRUCTIONS

In a large pan on medium heat, add lean ground beef, diced onions, garlic and Italian seasoning and cook until beef is browned. (Time-saver tip: Do this step the night before and keep in the refrigerator until you're ready to assemble the dish.)
In a large bowl, combine dry pasta and marinara sauce until coated.
Spray slow cooker with nonstick spray.
Pour 1/3 of the pasta, 1/3 of the meat mixture, and 1/3 cup of shredded cheese (keep from touching the sides to avoid burning) in slow cooker. Repeat with rest of ingredients for three layers total. (Note: You may also add toppings in between layers.)
Pour 2/3 cup of water over casserole and then arrange your family-favorite toppings.
Cover with lid and cook on low for about 3 hours. Cook times may vary depending on slow cooker.

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NUTRITION INFORMATION

SERVING SIZE: 1/6 dish

CALORIES: 323

FAT: 12 g

CARBOHYDRATES: 31 g

SODIUM: 560 mg

FIBER: 5 g

PROTEIN: 25 g

CHOLESTEROL: 60 mg

APPETIZERS/SNACKS

BREAKFAST

ENTRÉE

DESSERT

PASTA

SOUP

SALAD

SIDE

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