Best 20 Pizza Cheese Recipes

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Pizza cheese is an integral part of any delicious pizza. It provides a rich, gooey texture and a mouthwatering flavor that perfectly complements the other toppings. With so many different types of pizza cheese available, it can be difficult to decide which one is the best for your next pizza creation. In this article, we will take you on a culinary journey to explore the world of pizza cheese, providing you with all the information you need to select the perfect cheese for your pizza. From mozzarella to cheddar, Parmesan to ricotta, we will provide you with an in-depth analysis of each cheese's unique characteristics, so you can make an informed decision and create a pizza that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

EASY PHILLY CHEESE STEAK PIZZA



Easy Philly Cheese Steak Pizza image

A very tasty twist to pizza!

Provided by nichole b

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes     Beef

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

cooking spray
8 ounces beef sirloin, thinly sliced
butter-flavored cooking spray
1 (8 ounce) package sliced fresh mushrooms
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 (10 ounce) container refrigerated pizza dough
12 slices white American cheese
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a skillet with cooking spray.
  • Cook and stir beef sirloin in the prepared skillet over medium heat until browned on the outside and slightly pink in the middle, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer sirloin to a plate.
  • Spray the skillet with butter-flavored cooking spray. Add mushrooms, onion, and green bell pepper; cook and stir until just turning tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Roll pizza dough onto a baking sheet and top with American cheese. Spoon mushroom mixture and sirloin over American cheese layer and top with Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 84.5 mg, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 16.6 g, Sodium 1141.1 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

BASIC PEPPERONI PIZZA AND FOUR CHEESE PIZZA



Basic Pepperoni Pizza and Four Cheese Pizza image

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h40m

Number Of Ingredients 31

1 teaspoon active dry yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/3 cup olive oil, plus more for oiling bowl
1/2 to 3/4 cup store-bought or homemade Pizza Sauce, recipe follows
12 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced thin
1 cup pepperoni pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper
One 3.5-ounce jar pesto
12 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced thin
4 ounces fontina, grated
4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup grated Pecorino Romano
1/4 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 pint red grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 pint yellow grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
16 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade, plus more if needed
Salt and pepper
1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium onion, chopped finely
1/2 cup chicken broth
Three 15-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
Salt and pepper
Salt and pepper
Pinch sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
8 to 10 fresh basil leaves, chopped

Steps:

  • For the pizza dough: Sprinkle the active dry yeast over 1 1/2 cups of warm--not lukewarm--water.
  • In a mixer with a paddle attachment, combine the flour and salt. With the mixer running on low speed, drizzle in the olive oil and mix until combined. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until combined.
  • Coat a separate mixing bowl with a light drizzle of olive oil and tip the dough in. Form a ball and toss to coat the dough ball in the olive oil. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and allow to rise for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 or 4 days refrigerated.
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • To prepare the dough for the pizza assembly: Divide the dough into two equal parts. Roll out one part as thinly as possible and place on a baking sheet. Repeat with the second piece of dough.
  • For the basic pepperoni pizza: Spread the sauce over the pizza base. Top with the sliced mozzarella and pepperoni.
  • For the four cheese pizza: Drizzle on the olive oil and sprinkle on some salt and pepper. Pour the jar of pesto onto the dough and spread evenly. Add the mozzarella, fontina, goat cheese and Pecorino Romano.
  • Bake both pizzas until the crusts are golden and the cheese is bubbly, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • For the tomato basil salad: While the pizzas are baking, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a small skillet. Add the garlic and stir, lightly frying for about a minute and removing it from the heat before the garlic gets too brown (it can be golden). Pour it into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, balsamic, basil and some salt and pepper to the bowl. Toss to combine, and then taste and add more basil if needed, and more salt if needed. Set aside.
  • Top the four cheese pizza with the tomato basil salad. Cut the pizzas into slices and serve.
  • Add a tablespoon or so of olive oil into a hot pan over medium-high heat. Throw in the garlic and chopped onions and give them a stir. Cook until the onions are soft, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the chicken broth, whisking to deglaze the bottom of the pan. Cook until the liquid reduces by half. Add the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste and a pinch of sugar. Add the dried oregano and basil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.

MACARONI AND CHEESE PIZZA BAKE



Macaroni and Cheese Pizza Bake image

This is a great combination of mac 'n cheese and pizza that my kids love eating. It's a snap to make and the adults love it too!

Provided by Chad

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Macaroni and Cheese Recipes     Baked Macaroni and Cheese Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (7.25 ounce) packages macaroni and cheese mix
½ cup butter
½ cup milk
2 eggs, beaten
3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1 (16 ounce) jar pizza sauce (such as Prego® Traditional Italian Sauce)
1 (4 ounce) package sliced pepperoni, or to taste
dried oregano, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain and return pasta to pot. Add butter, milk, and cheese mix to macaroni; stir until evenly mixed.
  • Stir eggs into macaroni and cheese until incorporated. Add 1 cup mozzarella cheese; stir until just combined.
  • Spread macaroni and cheese mixture into the prepared baking dish; top with pasta sauce. Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups mozzarella cheese over sauce. Cover the cheese layer with pepperoni and season with oregano.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.5 calories, Carbohydrate 41.9 g, Cholesterol 127.3 mg, Fat 27.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 24.8 g, SaturatedFat 15.2 g, Sodium 1310.5 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

FOUR CHEESE MARGHERITA PIZZA



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This is a fantastic version of an Italian classic. The feta cheese adds a rich flavor that brings this dish to life. Incredibly easy and incredibly delicious!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon sea salt
8 Roma tomatoes, sliced
2 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crusts
8 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese
4 ounces shredded Fontina cheese
10 fresh basil leaves, washed, dried
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Stir together olive oil, garlic, and salt; toss with tomatoes, and allow to stand for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Brush each pizza crust with some of the tomato marinade. Sprinkle the pizzas evenly with Mozzarella and Fontina cheeses. Arrange tomatoes overtop, then sprinkle with shredded basil, Parmesan, and feta cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 58.4 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1182.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

MAC-N-CHEESE PIZZA



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BEST...PIZZA...EVER!! This is the basic recipe. Add your favorite flavors to make it personal. Suggestions: Bacon, onion, avocado, tomato, havarti cheese, Gruyere cheese.

Provided by MissaLissa

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
1 (11 ounce) package refrigerated pizza crust
1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
¼ cup butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
milk
¾ pound processed cheese (such as Velveeta®), cubed
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray a 10x15-inch baking sheet with cooking spray. Unroll pizza crust and place on the prepared baking pan.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook elbow macaroni in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir flour with butter until it has a slightly toasted fragrance, about 2 minutes. Whisk in milk and simmer until thickened, whisking constantly, 2 more minutes. Stir in processed cheese cubes. Let the cheese cubes melt, stirring often, to make a smooth cheese sauce.
  • Spread about 3/4 cup of cheese sauce onto the pizza crust. Stir cooked macaroni into remaining cheese sauce in the saucepan and spoon the macaroni and cheese onto the crust in an even layer. Sprinkle top of pizza with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the crust is lightly browned and the mozzarella cheese is golden brown, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.2 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 56.3 mg, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 897.1 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

CHEESE PIZZA



Cheese Pizza image

"You can use this dough to make one 12-inch pizza or a half dozen individual pizzas," says Katie. "Just roll it out and add your favorite topping.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1-1/2 cups Buttermilk Biscuit Mix
1/3 cup hot water
1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine biscuit mix and water; mix well. Press into a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Spread with pizza sauce; sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 450° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts :

PIZZA MACARONI & CHEESE



Pizza Macaroni & Cheese image

My grandma made this for us once when she came to visit and I never forgot just how good it was. Since my kids love anything with pepperoni and cheese, I thought they'd enjoy it just as much as I did. -Juli Meyers, Hinesville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 packages (14 ounces each) deluxe macaroni and cheese dinner mix
1/2 cup sour cream
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) petite diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
2 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
2 ounces sliced pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente. Drain; return to pan. Stir in contents of cheese packets and sour cream. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., In a small bowl, combine tomatoes and pizza sauce; drop by spoonfuls over macaroni. Top with peppers, cheese and pepperoni. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 14g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 37mg cholesterol, Sodium 927mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

FAST AND EASY RICOTTA CHEESE PIZZA WITH MUSHROOMS, BROCCOLI, AND CHICKEN



Fast and Easy Ricotta Cheese Pizza with Mushrooms, Broccoli, and Chicken image

This is a delicious pizza with a buttery ricotta cheese sauce and with a topping of mushrooms, broccoli, and chicken breast.

Provided by jen082907

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized chunks
1 (8 ounce) container ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crust
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 (3 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken in the butter until no longer pink and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes; remove from heat and set aside.
  • Combine the ricotta cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in microwave for 1 minute; stir to combine. Spread the mixture over the pizza crust. Scatter the mozzarella cheese evenly over the pizza. Arrange the cooked chicken, broccoli, and mushrooms evenly on top of the pizza.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310.5 calories, Carbohydrate 28.6 g, Cholesterol 48.2 mg, Fat 13.1 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 575.5 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

FOUR CHEESE WHITE BROCCOLI PIZZA (EASY)



Four Cheese White Broccoli Pizza (Easy) image

A fabulous white pizza... again, four cheeses are used (grated parmesan, provolone, ricotta, & mozzarella) as well as fresh broccoli florets. You could substitute with spinach if you like, but we LOVE this recipe as is... I buy the pre-made pizza dough from my grocery store to save time, but you could always make your own of course. Also, I use MILD provolone - it's pre-packaged & pre-sliced think it is Belgioioso brand. Note: I use the 12 oz. bag of "Broccoli Wokly" which is already cut into florets - I steam it according to the package directions first in the bag & use the full bag on the pizza.

Provided by BlondieItaliana

Categories     Vegetable

Time 22m

Yield 1 pizza, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lb pizza dough
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
3/4 lb provolone cheese, sliced (mild)
12 ounces broccoli florets (I use Broccoli Wokly whole 12 oz. bag steamed)
1/3 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
garlic powder
salt
oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Roll out dough. Coat pizza pan with the olive oil and spread out rolled dough evenly to all edges of pan. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Top with sliced provolone then place broccoli florets (already steamed per broccoli wokly package directions) on top of provolone. Using two teaspoons, spoon about 3/4 teaspoonful size spoonfuls of ricotta sporadically around the broccoli areas in empty spots. Season whole pizza with salt, oregano & garlic powder to taste then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly all over pizza.
  • Bake for 12-18 minutes or until crust just golden brown. Slice & serve.

QUATTRO FORMAGGI (FOUR CHEESE PIZZA)



Quattro Formaggi (Four Cheese Pizza) image

Make and share this Quattro Formaggi (Four Cheese Pizza) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim127

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pizza dough (for 10-12 inch pizza)
1 tablespoon garlic oil
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
2 ounces saga blue cheese, cubed
2 ounces gruyere cheese, grated
2 ounces mozzarella cheese, cubed
2 tablespoons freshly grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
  • Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to 10-12 inches.
  • Place on lightly greased baking sheet or seasoned pizza stone.
  • Pinch up the dough edges to make thin rim.
  • Brush dough with garlic oil and top with red onion.
  • Scatter saga blue and mozzarella cheese over dough.
  • Mix together the gruyere, parmesan and thyme.
  • Sprinkle over.
  • Grind black pepper over entire pizza.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, until crisp and golden and the cheese is bubbling.
  • Serve immediately!

FRESH FIG, CARAMELIZED ONION AND GOAT CHEESE GOURMET PIZZA



Fresh Fig, Caramelized Onion and Goat Cheese Gourmet Pizza image

This is really really good! For Goat cheese lovers do try to purchase the goat cheese that is rolled in plump dried cranberries. Do try ir on the grill!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 50m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb prepared pizza dough, room temperature (I used Pizza Dough Bread Machine for one pie)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small sweet onion, sliced
4 -6 fresh figs, cut in half
5 ounces goat cheese (if you can get goat cheese with cranberries it fabulous)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
olive oil
cornmeal

Steps:

  • In a pan saute onions in oil till a caramel color, set aside to cool completely.
  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
  • Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1 inch thick. You can make it round or square all a matter of taste.
  • Place on a pan that is dusted with corn meal.
  • Spread a thin coat of olive oil on dough.
  • Arrange goat cheese, figs cut side up, cooled onions around on crust.
  • Top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with rosemary.
  • Place in oven and bake for 15-20 minutes.
  • ALTERNATE method:.
  • If grilling preheat grill to medium high.
  • Oil one side and place on a clean oiled grill and grill for 4-5 minutes.
  • Flip and then lightly spread olive oil on dough.
  • Arrange goat cheese, figs cut side up, cooled onions around on crust.
  • Top with mozzarella cheese and sprinkle with rosemary.
  • Cook a couple more minutes.

NO DOUGH PIZZA LOW CARB CREAM CHEESE PIZZA CRUST



NO Dough Pizza Low Carb Cream Cheese Pizza Crust image

Low Carb The "Crust" is soft so this is actually more of a casserole dish but the flavor is there. I used Minced Garlic from a Jar rather than Garlic Powder. For the Pizza Sauce I used leftover Kittencal's Pizza Sauce Recipe #65641 that had been frozen after a previous pizza prep . This recipe was Posted On Facebook by a Friend of a Friend of a Friend!

Provided by jobmom

Categories     High In...

Time 55m

Yield 8 squares, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, room temperature
2 eggs
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup pizza sauce (may need more to cover crust)
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
mushrooms or bell pepper, etc

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Line a 9×13 baking dish with parchment paper. With a handheld mixer, mix cream cheese, eggs, Italian seasoning, garlic powder and parmesan cheese until combined. Spread into baking dish. Bake for 25 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow crust to cool for 10 minutes.
  • Spread pizza sauce on crust. Top with cheese and toppings. Sprinkle pizza with garlic powder. Bake 10-15 minutes, until cheese is melted.

BLUE CHEESE, WALNUT, AND PEAR PIZZA



Blue Cheese, Walnut, and Pear Pizza image

A fresh and tasty appetizer pizza.

Provided by M.J.W.

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pre-baked pizza crust
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, chopped
¼ cup white wine vinegar
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup crumbled blue cheese
⅓ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 pears - peeled, cored and sliced
¼ cup toasted walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place the pizza crust on a pizza pan. Bake in the preheated oven until just crisp, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the garlic, Dijon mustard, rosemary, and vinegar in a food processor or blender. Turn on, and drizzle in the olive oil slowly until the dressing has thickened. Quickly pulse in 1/4 cup of blue cheese; season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spread the vinaigrette over the pizza crust. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of blue cheese evenly over the crust, followed by the mozzarella cheese. Arrange the sliced pears over the cheese, and sprinkle with the toasted walnuts.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted and is bubbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Let cool slightly before cutting into slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 17.2 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 536.8 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

PIZZA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS, FIGS, BACON AND BLUE CHEESE



Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon and Blue Cheese image

Here is a recipe for pizza that calls to mind - at least this mind - the joys of car travel through southeastern France, where pizzas such as this are available at all the imaginary cafes in small towns near the Italian border. It certainly tastes as if it comes from that region and, if you close your eyes as you eat it, you can almost imagine yourself halfway through a drive from Aix to Turin. The time spent caramelizing the onions is more than worth it, so do it the day before you intend to make the pie. Which is when, as it happens, you should make the dough as well. And we have a recipe for that as well - a version adapted from the team behind the magical Roberta's Pizza in Brooklyn.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, pizza and calzones, times classics, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter
1 large Spanish onion
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
4 thick slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch thick batons
1 ball pizza dough
Flour, for dusting surface
12 dried mission figs, stems trimmed, cut into quarters or small pieces
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola
Extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • At least 45 minutes before cooking, preheat the oven and pizza stone to 550 degrees.
  • Melt the butter in a large sauté pan over high heat. Add the onions, thyme and bay leaves. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the onions begin to wilt. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and turn a deep, golden brown, about 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Remove the bay leaves and transfer the onions to a small bowl.
  • Place the bacon in the pan and set over high heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a small bowl.
  • Place the pizza dough on a heavily floured surface and stretch and pull, using your hands or a rolling pin, into about a 14-inch round. Place on a lightly floured pizza peel or rimless baking sheet. Cover with the toppings, careful not to press on the dough and weigh it down: the caramelized onions first, then the figs and bacon, and finally the Gorgonzola, leaving roughly a 1/2 inch border. Shake the pizza peel slightly to make sure the dough is not sticking. Carefully slide the pizza directly onto the baking stone in one quick, forward-and-back motion. Cook until the crust has browned on the bottom and the top is bubbling and browning in spots, about 7 minutes. Drizzle with a little olive oil and some cracked black pepper. Serve hot. Makes 1 pizza.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 1193, UnsaturatedFat 32 grams, Carbohydrate 131 grams, Fat 63 grams, Fiber 14 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 27 grams, Sodium 1671 milligrams, Sugar 55 grams, TransFat 1 gram

PIZZA HUT-STYLE CHEESE BREAD RECIPE - (3.8/5)



Pizza Hut-style Cheese Bread Recipe - (3.8/5) image

Provided by tempestteapot

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup non-fat dry milk
3 cups flour
1/2 cup melted butter
8-ounce package mozzarella cheese
garlic powder, to taste
Parmesan cheese, to taste
Salt & pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Dissolve yeast in the warm water. Let sit for 5 minutes. Add sugar, milk and salt. Add enough flour to make a soupy like mixture. Add the rest of the flour, enough to form a moderately stiff dough. Knead the dough until smooth. (Or you can use a Kitchen Aid mixer with the dough hook). Roll the dough into the size and shape of your baking pan. Spread half of the butter onto the bottom of the pan and then place the dough into the pan. Let rise in warm, draft-free place for 15 minutes. Spread remaining butter on the top of the dough. Top dough with mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, parmesan, salt and pepper to taste. Bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 or until golden brown. Cut into breadsticks and serve with marinara sauce.

BASIL GOAT CHEESE PIZZA



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This is among my husband's favorite dinners! The flavors compliment each other so well and it is so easy! I use frozen bread dough to speed the process. Set out dough before you leave for work and you are ready to go by the time you get home!

Provided by REINEJESSICA

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 2h51m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (1 pound) loaf frozen white bread dough, thawed
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt to taste
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 sprig fresh basil, chopped
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
¾ cup Italian tomato sauce
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
2 sprigs fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Allow dough to rise in a covered bowl until doubled in bulk.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Roll the dough on a floured surface into a 15-inch circle. Roll the edges towards the center to form a crust, leaving a 12-inch circle. Brush the entire crust generously with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, 1 sprig of chopped basil, and rosemary. Bake in preheated oven until the crust begins to turn golden, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Spread the crust with tomato sauce. Sprinkle with 2 sprigs of chopped basil and goat cheese. Bake in preheated oven until the crust is brown, and the pizza has heated through, about 8 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 463.7 calories, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1168 mg, Sugar 7.1 g

PEPPERONI PIZZA MAC AND CHEESE



Pepperoni Pizza Mac and Cheese image

All the flavors of pepperoni pizza - think Italian seasoning, marinara sauce, pepperoni - infuse this fully loaded mac and cheese mash-up.

Provided by Food Network

Time 55m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 pound elbow macaroni
2 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
Two 8-ounce packages cream cheese, at room temperature
8-ounces sharp Cheddar, grated
1 cup shredded Italian blend cheese
1/2 cup prepared marinara sauce
1/2 cup jarred sun-dried tomatoes in oil, roughly chopped, plus 1/4 cup of the oil
3 ounces sliced pepperoni, halved
1 cup dry Italian bread crumbs
1/4 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • For the mac and cheese: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni and cook according to package instructions for al dente; drain, reserving 1 3/4 cups of the pasta water.
  • Bring the milk, Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes to a simmer in a large saucepan over medium heat. Continue cooking until the milk reduces to 1 1/2 cups, about 15 minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir until melted. Gradually whisk in both the Cheddar and Italian blend cheeses, a handful at a time, until all the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Add the cooked macaroni and reserved pasta water to the cheese sauce and stir to combine. Stir in the marinara sauce, sun-dried tomatoes and pepperoni and adjust the seasoning with salt. Pour into a 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Toss the bread crumbs, Parmesan and sun-dried tomato oil together in a small bowl until the crumbs are moistened and sprinkle evenly over the macaroni and cheese. Bake until bubbly and lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

THIN-CRUST CHEESE PIZZA



Thin-Crust Cheese Pizza image

This thin crust pizza does not have a pronounced rim to it and bakes up flat all the way across, making it ideal for spreading the sauce and any cheeses to the very edge. Try cutting into squares instead of triangles for a fun twist.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield Two 12-inch thin-crust pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110˚ F)
2 cups bread flour
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for kneading
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for the bowl
1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 small clove garlic, grated
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of sugar, plus more if needed
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 1/2 cups freshly grated low-moisture mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Make the dough: Sprinkle the yeast over the hot water in a small bowl. Let stand until dissolved and slightly foamy, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the bread flour, all-purpose flour, sugar and salt in a large bowl and make a well in the center. Pour the yeast mixture into the well and add the olive oil. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, dust the dough with flour and knead, dusting with more flour as needed, until very smooth and elastic but still slightly tacky, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours. Divide the dough into two 1-pound balls; wrap one ball in plastic and refrigerate for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Bring to room temperature before using.
  • Make the pizza sauce: Combine the tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, dried oregano, sugar and a pinch each of salt and pepper in a medium bowl; season with more salt and sugar if needed. (Makes about 1 1/2 cups.)
  • Make the pizza: Preheat the oven to 500˚ F (use the convection setting, if available) with a pizza stone, baking steel or inverted large baking sheet in the lower third of the oven. Working on a lightly floured surface, cut the other ball of dough in half. Cup your hand around each piece and gently roll each into a small ball. Transfer 1 ball of dough to a lightly floured piece of parchment paper and roll into a thin 12-inch round with a rolling pin (keep the other ball of dough covered; this recipe makes 2 thin-crust pizzas). Top the dough with 1/4 cup pizza sauce and 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, going all the way to the edge.
  • Transfer the pizza (on the parchment) to the hot stone and bake until the crust is set, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from the oven and top with 1 1/4 cups grated mozzarella, going all the way to the edge. Return the pizza to the stone, then slide out the parchment from under it. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 10 minutes. Repeat to make another pizza.

CHEESE-STUFFED PIZZA PRETZELS RECIPE BY TASTY



Cheese-stuffed Pizza Pretzels Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: store-bought pizza dough, shredded mozzarella cheese, presliced pepperoni, marinara sauce, nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 3 pretzels

Number Of Ingredients 5

14 oz store-bought pizza dough, 1 tube
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
15 pieces presliced pepperoni
marinara sauce, or pizza sauce for dipping
nonstick vegetable oil cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Unroll the dough, it should form 15x9-inch (38x22 cm) rectangle, then cut the rectangle horizontally into three equal strips. (These will be your three pretzels.)
  • Carefully stretch each of the strips by width and length - stretch each to about 3 inch (7 ½ cm) width and about 34 inch (86 cm) length.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup (100g) of cheese down the center of each dough strip. Reserve the last 1 cup (100g) of cheese for later.
  • Fold the dough over the cheese, pressing to seal and rolling slightly to create 3 dough logs filled with cheese.
  • Cover a baking sheet with foil and spray with vegetable oil.
  • To form the pretzels, take one dough log, move it to the foil covered baking sheet, then form a circle with the ends of the log at the top of the circle. Twist the log ends around each other once and bring them down to meet the bottom of the circle. Repeat with the other two dough logs.
  • Wrap pepperonis on the pretzels - 5-ish per pretzel - then sprinkle the remaining cup of cheese among the three pretzels.
  • Bake 14-18 minutes until deep golden brown.
  • Serve immediately with pizza sauce for dipping.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 953 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams, Fat 48 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 55 grams, Sugar 6 grams

FOUR-CHEESE FATHEAD PIZZA DOUGH



Four-Cheese Fathead Pizza Dough image

All the cheeses! All the flavor! Fat head dough is great for pizza or garlic cheese bread sticks. It is made with almond flour and hence gluten-free - great for the keto diet.

Provided by MommaBean3

Categories     Bread     Pizza Dough and Crust Recipes

Time 41m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons cream cheese
¾ cup almond flour
1 egg
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon dried parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine mozzarella cheese, Cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and cream cheese in a microwave safe bowl. Microwave for 1 minute. Remove and mix in almond flour, egg, garlic, and parsley until well combined. Spread dough onto a baking sheet and poke holes into the dough with a fork.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove and let cool for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 607.1 calories, Carbohydrate 13.9 g, Cholesterol 168.7 mg, Fat 47.2 g, Fiber 5.3 g, Protein 35.5 g, SaturatedFat 16.2 g, Sodium 669.7 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Tips:

  • For a crispy crust, use a pizza stone or baking sheet. Preheat the oven to a high temperature and bake the pizza for a short amount of time.
  • If you don't have a pizza stone or baking sheet, you can use a cast iron skillet. Preheat the skillet over medium heat and then add the pizza dough. Cook the pizza for a few minutes per side, or until the crust is golden brown.
  • To prevent the cheese from becoming too greasy, use a low-moisture mozzarella cheese. You can also use a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
  • Add your favorite toppings to the pizza before baking. Some popular toppings include pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
  • Bake the pizza until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes.

Conclusion:

Pizza is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a pizza that everyone will love. Whether you're looking for a classic pepperoni pizza or something more unique, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll enjoy. So grab your ingredients and get started baking your own delicious pizza today!

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