Upside Down Pizza
Transform your dinner routine with this irresistible Upside Down Pizza recipe that flips tradition on its head—literally! Packed with bold flavors, this hearty bake layers savory Italian sausage, zesty pepperoni, colorful bell peppers, and melty mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, all topped with a golden crescent roll crust. A rich pizza sauce brings everything together, while a sprinkle of Parmesan and Italian seasoning adds that final touch of pizzazz. The magic happens when you serve it: cut into portions and flip each piece upside down to reveal the gooey, cheesy, meaty perfection underneath. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing casserole is perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings. Whether you're craving pizza night with a twist or looking for a comforting, oven-baked dish, Upside Down Pizza is a guaranteed hit for the whole family!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage
- 1 cup Pepperoni slices
- 1 large Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1.5 cups Pizza sauce
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tube Refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced green bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Stir in the pizza sauce, salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning. Mix well and remove from heat.
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread the sausage and vegetable mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
Top the sausage mixture with an even layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded cheddar cheese.
Arrange the pepperoni slices evenly over the cheese layer.
Open the tube of crescent roll dough and unroll it. Place the dough over the filling, completely covering the cheese and pepperoni. Pinch any seams together to form a smooth crust.
Sprinkle the crescent roll dough with the grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
To serve, cut into squares or wedges. Carefully flip each piece upside down onto a plate so the toppings are on top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 273.5 g | 351% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.9 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 637 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 13469 mg | 586% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 169.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.5 g | ||
| Protein | 166.7 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.5 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 538 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 23.5 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 4770 mg | 101% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
