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Meatball Pizza
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, combine 1 pound of ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- In a skillet, cook the meatballs over medium heat until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to fit a pizza pan or baking sheet. Transfer the dough to the pan.
- Spread 1 cup of marinara sauce over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Arrange the cooked meatballs, 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni, 1/4 cup sliced black olives, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers over the cheese.
- Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing. Enjoy your delicious meatball pizza!
Meatball pizza has a rich history dating back to the 20th century in the United States. This delectable dish combines the Italian flavors of meatballs with the beloved American classic, pizza. The meatball pizza gained popularity in Italian-American communities, where chefs sought to incorporate traditional meatball flavors into their pizzas. Today, this savory creation can be found in pizzerias across the country, with variations in different regions. The key to a perfect meatball pizza lies in the quality of the meatballs, the balance of flavors in the tomato sauce, and the gooey, melted cheese. For an authentic experience, visit renowned pizzerias in New York City or Chicago, where expert chefs craft mouthwatering meatball pizzas.
50 min
8 slices
320 per slice calories
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