Best 4 Poor Mans Pizza Recipes
"Poor man's pizza" is a term used to describe a variety of recipes that are similar to pizza, but use less expensive ingredients or are made with ingredients that are typically on hand. These recipes can be a great way to stretch your budget and still enjoy a delicious meal. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun project to do with the kids, there is sure to be a "poor man's pizza" recipe that is perfect for you.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HOT TRUCK P M P - POOR MAN'S PIZZA
This is posted in tribute to Bob Petrillose, its creator who passed away last month. I had the honor of eating way too many of these pizza subs during my college days. Rumor has it that a student who worked in the truck sold the idea to Stouffer's and was the origin of the French Bread Pizza. Learn more about Bob here: http://www.seriouseats.com/2007/02/the-hot-truck.html and here http://www.news.cornell.edu/stories/Dec08/PetrilloseObit.html
Provided by FLKeysJen
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- Cut the French bread loaf in half crosswise and then slice them completely open, horizontally. Place the four pieces of bread on a baking sheet.
- Using a ladle or spoon, spread the pizza sauce on all pieces of bread, being sure to cover out to the edges (to prevent burning) and sprinkle with oregano.
- Spread mushrooms across each bottom half of the bread. (This is officially for the "PMP Mush" version - use pepperoni for "PMP Pep").
- Generously cover the mushrooms with mozzarella.
- Bake 8-10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the French bread is golden brown. Lay the top halves of the French bread on the bottom halves to make sandwiches. I also tried it in the panini maker which was faster and tasted the same, but the cheese didn't melt quite like the original. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.4, Fat 22.6, SaturatedFat 12, Cholesterol 67.6, Sodium 1779, Carbohydrate 71.3, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 11.8, Protein 33.3
POOR MAN'S PIZZA
This seems really CORNY but its good! Use as an appetizer if you like or just a great snack for yourself.
Provided by Monkey 7
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1m
Yield 4 pizza's, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place Ritz cracker salt side down and top with a little ketchup.
- Add cheese and pepperoni.
- Heat in microwave until cheese melts. (usually less than 30 seconds)!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.2, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 6, Cholesterol 29.4, Sodium 224.6, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 7.2
POOR MAN'S PIZZA
Steps:
- Fry hamburger and onion together and drain off fat. Chop the pepperoni and add to hamburger. Add the mushrooms and pizza sauce. Heat all together in medium sauce pan.
- Open 8 hamburger buns up and place on cookie sheet. Top each half with a generous scoop of hamburger mixture. Top with mozzarella cheese.
- Preheat oven to 350 and place meat topped hamburger buns in for 10 minutes, or until buns are warmed through and cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
POOR MAN'S PIE
This is an awesome recipe that I got from my coworker. It can be modified in many ways, including for the slow cooker. It's a simple meal of things you often already have on hand that really sticks to the bones, and it can also be a fun way to use up some leftovers.
Provided by KatieDarling
Categories Main Dish Recipes Savory Pie Recipes Shepherd's Pie Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, about 10 minutes; season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Drain excess grease. Stir cream of mushroom soup and green beans into ground beef and bring to a simmer.
- Spread ground beef mixture into a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Spread mashed potatoes evenly over ground beef mixture. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 66.7 mg, Fat 19.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 20.5 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 1041.5 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- Choose the right bread: French bread, hoagie rolls, or even pita bread can serve as a base for your pizza.
- Use a variety of toppings: Don't be afraid to experiment with different toppings, from classic pepperoni and cheese to more creative options like grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or even fruit.
- Don't overload the pizza: Too many toppings can weigh down the pizza and make it soggy. A good rule of thumb is to use no more than two or three toppings per pizza.
- Bake the pizza at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy crust and prevent the toppings from becoming soggy.
- Serve the pizza hot and fresh: Pizza is best enjoyed when it's hot out of the oven. If you're making it ahead of time, reheat it in the oven or toaster oven before serving.
Conclusion:
Poor man's pizza is a delicious and affordable way to enjoy your favorite food. With a little creativity, you can create endless variations of this classic dish. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give poor man's pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!
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