How to Make Easy Homemade Pizza
Learn how to make easy homemade pizza that you can customize for your whole family. Our pizza recipe is quick and easy with minimal fuss, using a basic baking sheet or pizza pan to make a meal that the whole family will enjoy. Pizza night just got a little more delicious withthis homemade recipe.
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 232kcal
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Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough homemade pizza crust recipe or your favorite pizza crust
- ¼ - ½ cup pizza sauce or desired sauce
- 8 ounces shredded cheese such as mozzarella
- 2 cups toppings
- Fresh herbs or other garnishes
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Instructions
- Prepare pizza dough according to recipe instructions. Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Roll or press dough into a lightly grease sheet pan. If I use my homemade dough, I like to use a rolling pin to shape dough into a large rectangle and then transfer to the sheet pan and use my fingers to press it to fit all the way to the edges of the pan. However, if I use a purchased refrigerated pizza dough, I just need to open it and use my fingers to press it into the pan.
- I like to dock the crust and prebake at 400°F. for 8-10 minutes.
- Then spread your choice of sauce on top of the crust.
- Add the cheese and toppings.
- Bake until crust is golden and cheese is melted, about 10-15 minutes.
- Cut the pizza into desired shapes and serve immediately.
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Notes
Alfredo with Caramelized Onion: This is a different pizza that we make when we want something simple. Just caramelize the onions before adding.
Ingredients: Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, caramelized onions, raisins, and feta cheese
BBQ Meat Lovers Pizza: This is my son-in-law’s favorite pizza. He loves the tangy and spicy sauce paired with the meat and cheese.
Ingredients: BBQ sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, bacon, sausage, hamburger, and ham
Cheese Pizza: This one is perfect for the kids and adults alike. Nice blend of cheeses, garlic, and herbs.
Ingredients: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, provolone, garlic, and oregano
Chicken, Bacon, Alfredo: While this is great with the chicken, adding the bacon is just a great flavor addition to this one.
Ingredients: Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, chicken, bacon, garlic, red onion, olive oil, salt, and pepper
Hawaiian Pizza: This one is a hit. Every time I make pizza this one is on the menu. It is always the first one gone. If you have never had the chance to try this flavor combination, I urge you to give it a try.
Ingredients: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, ham, and pineapple
Margherita: Simple goodness. It is amazing how a few ingredient combinations can taste so good. Just delicious and reminds me of a more authentic Italian pizza.
Ingredients: Pizza sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, olive oil, salt, and pepper
Pepperoni: When my daughter was much younger, she had a friend and the only thing he would eat was pepperoni pizza. He did grow out of that a bit, but this one holds a special place in his heart yet.
Ingredients: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni
Sausage and Mushroom: I like to use Italian sausages for this. They come in mild to spicy forms. I remove the casing and cook before adding.
Ingredients: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, sausage, and mushroom
Supreme:
Ingredients: Pizza sauce, mozzarella, bacon, onion, sweet peppers, sausage, hamburger, pepperoni, mushroom, and olives
Nutrition
Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 575mg | Potassium: 172mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 225IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 156mg | Iron: 2mg
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