Cooking a meal isn't just about finding a recipe and replicating it. It's an art, a passion, and a means to bond with your loved ones. And if you're looking for a fantastic dish that captures the essence of culinary perfection, look no further than a kid-friendly, budget-friendly, simple mock pizza. This ingenious and versatile dish combines affordability, simplicity, and unmatched tastiness to create a meal that will tantalize the taste buds of your little ones while keeping your budget in check. Prepare to embark on a culinary expedition, where every ingredient is carefully selected to deliver a delightful symphony of flavors that will astound your family and make mealtime a truly special occasion.
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MAKE-YOUR-OWN PERSONAL PIZZAS
Let your kids (and other family members) loose with a ball of dough, a bowl of sauce, and a spread of colorful toppings, and watch their creativity unfold! All you need is fresh pizza dough (cut one 14- to 16-ounce ball into 4 pieces for individual pies), a rolling pin, baking sheets, any sauce you like, and a variety of sliced veggies, cured meats, and grated or cubed cheeses. Make-your-own-pizza night is all about individuality, and it's a great way to encourage your kids to eat their veggies and explore fun new foods.
Provided by Peggy Paul Casella
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 500°F. Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper or grease them with a little olive oil.
- Prep your toppings while the oven preheats, and place them all in separate bowls on a counter or table within easy reach of each pizza maker.
- Cut the ball of dough into 4 equal-size pieces. Give one piece of dough to each person and let them roll, stretch, or press it out to a 6- to 8-inch circle. Try to avoid overworking the dough; encourage everyone to form their pieces into pizza-size circles and then get right to topping.
- Place two rounds of dough on each baking sheet and let each person top their pizzas however they like! No combination of ingredients is off limits (as long as there's enough for everyone). As a general rule, two or three spoonfuls of sauce is plenty for individual pizzas. As far as the other toppings go, however, there are no limits! (Just know that the crust might be flimsy and wet in the middle if you pile on too much. Encourage your fellow pizza makers to grab pinches or spoonfuls rather than handfuls of toppings.) Pro tip: Making pizza faces (see photo above) or other patterns with colorful toppings will prevent pizza makers from overloading their crusts.
- Transfer the baking sheets to the oven. Bake the pizzas for 10 to 15 minutes, rotating them halfway through, until the crust is golden and the cheese begins to brown in spots.
- Remove the pizzas from the oven. Drizzle the pizzas with a little olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and a grind or two of black pepper if desired. Let them cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the pizzas on their own or with ranch dressing, hot sauce, or other condiments for dipping/topping.
KID FRIENDLY, BUDGET FRIENDLY, SIMPLE MOCK PIZZA
I made this for my son today when he requested pizza, and I didn't have the ingredients on hand to make the pizza dough. I used to make this growing up, and I love it. You can use either an english muffin, or two pieces of bread, whichever you have on hand and prefer. I prefer to toast the english muffin or bread lightly before adding toppings. Use any toppings you prefer.
Provided by Miss Tinkerbell
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 3m
Yield 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Lightly toast the english muffin or bread.
- Top with the sauce, then cheese, and then toppings of your choice.
- Microwave for 30 seconds or place in toaster oven for a few minutes- long enough for the cheese to melt.
CRAZY KIDS PERSONAL PIZZA
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 2 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 550 degrees. Place pizza stone inside about 20 minutes before baking the pizzas off.
- Shape the pizza in individual pies. Use flour to keep the dough from sticking to your work surface. Top each pie with a drizzle of olive oil, the tomato sauce, mozzarella and Romano. Give each child their own and let them top it as they like. For example you can go traditional Italian and top it with pepperoni and onion. Or make the pizza "Hawaiian" by adding the Canadian bacon and pineapple. Place the topped pizzas on the pizza stone and cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is all melty.
Tips:
- Use store-bought pizza dough or make your own if you have time.
- For a quicker and easier meal, use pre-made pizza sauce or salsa.
- Top your pizza with your favorite toppings. Some popular choices include cheese, pepperoni, vegetables, and meat.
- If you are using fresh vegetables, be sure to cook them before adding them to the pizza.
- Bake the pizza at a high temperature (450-500 degrees Fahrenheit) for a crispy crust.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Conclusion:
This mock pizza is a delicious and affordable way to feed your family. It is also a great way to get your kids involved in the cooking process. With a little creativity, you can create a pizza that everyone will love.
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