I can bet that at some time in your child hood and let's face it adult life you have said that pizza was your favorite food. I mean what is there not to worship with the gooey cheese, savory sauce, and crispy crust. Some people are pizza snobs and only eat at their favorite restaurants. Others take pizza anyway they can get it: frozen, fast food, gourmet, or homemade. Either way the worlds love for pizza is intense.
After reading Emily Tharp's pizza post (The New Pizza Shop on the Block) on herphilly.com I was seriously craving some pizza. Emily reviewed her first experience with a new pizza shop in Philadelphia called Kosmo's. She described the awesome internet ordering process and the delicious pizza she got. Her review had me ready to dial my favorite restaurants number until I realized it was one in the morning. Unfortunately, they were closed and I would not be in "pure pizza bliss" as Emily described her experience.
Probably for the best I went to bed that night without any pizza. But in the morning, I still had pizza on my mind, thanks to Emily. That's when I realized I had almost all the ingredients in my house to make my own pizza !
Wait, don't stop reading! I know what you're thinking.
I'm not going to made homemade dough. While I love making homemade pizza with my family I know that is a long process and without a KitchenAid Mixer seems impossible.
Instead, today's Make It Monday project is easy DIY Pizza Snacks. They're cheap, low-calorie, and pretty tasty. These semi-homemade pizzas are the perfect for in-between class and work snacks and they won't put a dent in your wallet either.
Ingredients:
Pre-made Pizza Crust
You can find any brand you like at the grocery store. Mama Mary's Gourmet 7" Pizza Crust (3 pack) are only $2.50.
Tip: If you lightly brush on some olive oil and italian seasoning you can spruce up the crust.
Sauce
My family always makes our own gravy but you can buy any brand of sauce you like. Most jar sauce like Bertolli or Prego will do the trick.
Tip: The best part is either way, homemade or store bought, there will be enough sauce for multiple pizzas. This is great for saving money !
Cheese
You can use any cheese you have but I suggest shredded mozzarella. You can shred some yourself or buy a bag at the store.
Tip: I go with the low fat or fat free option to keep to make this snack a little healthier.
Toppings
The options are endless when adding toppings. You can throw anything you like from you fridge and make a new delicious creation.
Tip: Basil, onions, and sausage are just some of the basics I like to add.
From a late night snack to a party appetizer these personal sized pizza's can be great for just about anything. So instead of reaching for those expensive gourmet frozen pizza's at the food store remember that with a few ingredients you can whip up your own flavor masterpiece.
TIP: You can also use the store bought pizza crust if you are craving something sweet. Top the crust with some yogurt and cut up fruit and this dish just became fruit pizza dessert ! Check out Food Network for some more Dessert Pizza Recipes.
Let me know your favorite toppings or favorite pizza recipes in the comments. Also, go check out herphilly.com for some really awesome posts about Philadelphia !
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