Pizza Casserole

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Pizza Casserole

1 pound ground beef

1 package (3-1/2 ounces) sliced pepperoni

1 medium onion, chopped

medium green pepper, chopped

1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained

7 ounces vermicelli, cooked and drained

1/3 cup butter, melted

1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce, divided

1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese

4 cups (16 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

1/2 teaspoon Watkins Oregano

1/2 teaspoon Watkins Basil

In a large skillet, cook the beef, pepperoni, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in mushrooms; set aside.

Combine vermicelli and butter in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish; toss to coat. Pour 1 cup tomato sauce over pasta; top with half of meat mixture. Combine Swiss and mozzarella cheeses; sprinkle half over top. Sprinkle with oregano and basil. Layer with remaining meat and cheese mixtures. Pour remaining tomato sauce over top.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly. Yield: 8-10 servings.

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TIP: Enhance the flavor of your favorite casserole by sprinkling it with a tasty topping before baking. Try buttered bread crumbs, French fried onions, crushed potato chips, shredded cheese or cooked, crumbled bacon.