Supreme Meat Lovers Pizza Bake

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

Meats:

• 1/2 lb Italian sausage, cooked and crumbled

• 1/2 lb ground beef or ground pork, cooked and drained

• 6 slices pepperoni, chopped (plus a few whole for topping)

• Optional - grilled chicken breast

Veggies:

• 1/2 cup green bell pepper, sliced

• 1/2 cup red onion, diced

• 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced

• 1/4 cup black olives, sliced

Sauce + Cheese:

• 1 1/2 cups low-sugar pizza or marinara sauce

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Optional Seasoning:

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)

• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Cook meats:
   

• In a skillet, cook sausage and ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Stir in chopped pepperoni and bacon. Mix in pizza sauce and optional Italian seasoning.

3. Assemble the bake:
   

• In a greased 9x13" baking dish, layer:
  

• Half of the meat sauce

• Half of the sautéed veggies

• Half of the cheese mix

• Repeat layers

• Top with extra pepperoni slices and a sprinkle of Parmesan.
  

4. Bake uncovered for 25 - 30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

5. Broil for 2-3 minutes at the end if you want a golden cheese top.

6. Cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with fresh basil or parsley, then serve!

Nutrition:

Nutrition per serving:

• Calories - 368

• Fat - 23g

• Protein - 32g

• Total Carbs - 7g

• Net Carbs - 6g

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