Slow Cooker Pizza Casserole

This pizza casserole made in a slow cooker is a tasty and easy way to enjoy pizza flavors in a warm casserole. Whole family will love it because it has Italian sausage, marinara sauce, pasta, and cheese on top of each other.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground Italian sausage
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 24 oz jar marinara sauce
• 1 16 oz package rotini pasta, uncooked
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup sliced pepperoni
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

In a skillet, cook Italian sausage, onion, and bell pepper until sausage is browned and vegetables are tender; drain

Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes

In a greased slow cooker, layer half of the uncooked pasta, half of the sausage mixture, half of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the pepperoni

Repeat layers

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper over the top

Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or until pasta is tender

Serve hot and enjoy