Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use fresh pizza dough instead of biscuits?

Yes, but reduce broth by ¼ cup and pinch 1-inch pieces of dough instead of slicing biscuits. Fresh dough needs 15 minutes simmer time; check doneness by inserting a toothpick—if it comes out clean, you’re good to top with cheese.

My kids hate spice; how do I keep it mild?

Omit red-pepper flakes and choose a sweet rather than zesty pizza sauce. Swap pepperoni for turkey “pep” strips, which are lower in sodium and spice.

Can I double the recipe for a crowd?

Absolutely. Use a 7-quart pot and double every ingredient; simmer time remains the same. You’ll need to broil cheese in two batches or use a larger skillet under the broiler.

What if I don’t have a Dutch oven?

A heavy 4-quart saucepan with a tight lid works. To broil the cheese, transfer the mixture to a 9×13-inch baking dish, top, and broil 1–2 minutes.

How do I reheat without drying it out?

Add 2 Tbsp liquid per serving, cover, and warm over medium-low 6–7 minutes, stirring once halfway. Microwave works too: 60 % power, 1-minute bursts, with a damp paper towel on top.

Is this recipe allergy-friendly?

For dairy-free, use shredded vegan mozzarella and olive-oil based “butter” for greasing. Most biscuit tubes contain wheat and soy; gluten-free gnocchi or rice-based pasta is the best sub for wheat allergies.

Kid Friendly One Pot Pizza Casserole for Game Day

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Kid Friendly One Pot Pizza Casserole for Game Day

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Ingredients

1 Tbsp olive oil
1 lb ground turkey or beef
½ tsp kosher salt
1 Tbsp Italian seasoning
½ cup diced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 cup pizza sauce
2 Tbsp tomato paste
¼ tsp red-pepper flakes, optional
1 tube (8-count) refrigerated biscuit dough
½ cup baby spinach, optional
½ cup mini pepperoni, divided
1½ cups shredded low-moisture mozzarella
¼ cup sliced black olives, optional

Instructions

Brown: Heat oil in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium. Add ground meat, salt, and Italian seasoning. Cook 5 minutes, breaking up until mostly browned.
Aromatics: Stir in onion and garlic; cook 2 minutes.
Sauce: Add broth, pizza sauce, tomato paste, and pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer.
Biscuits: Cut each biscuit into 6 pieces; drop into simmering sauce. Add spinach if using. Cover and simmer on low 12 minutes.
Top: Uncover, scatter ¼ cup pepperoni, olives, and mozzarella. Cover 2 minutes or broil 1 minute to brown cheese.
Serve: Let rest 5 minutes, then spoon into bowls and sprinkle remaining pepperoni on top.