Meat Lover Pizza (Printable Version)

A crowd-pleasing pizza loaded with a variety of halal meats, gooey cheese, and a perfectly crisp crust. Great for any gathering.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 large (approximately 12-inch) prepared pizza crust

→ Sauce

02 - 1/2 cup halal-certified pizza sauce

→ Cheese

03 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Halal Meats

05 - 1/2 cup sliced halal beef pepperoni
06 - 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled halal beef sausage
07 - 1/2 cup diced cooked halal chicken breast
08 - 1/4 cup sliced halal turkey bacon

→ Vegetables & Garnishes

09 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
10 - 1/4 cup sliced green bell pepper
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

→ Spices & Oils

12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
13 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If utilizing a pizza stone, insert it into the oven during the preheating phase.
02 - Carefully position the pizza crust onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel.
03 - Lightly brush the surface of the pizza crust with olive oil.
04 - Evenly distribute the pizza sauce over the crust, ensuring a 1/2-inch border remains uncovered around the edge.
05 - Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese across the sauced crust.
06 - Evenly arrange the halal beef pepperoni, beef sausage, chicken breast, and turkey bacon over the initial cheese layer.
07 - Distribute the thinly sliced red onion and green bell pepper over the assorted meats.
08 - Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and all of the grated Parmesan cheese over the assembled toppings.
09 - Season the pizza with dried oregano and, if desired, a dash of crushed red pepper flakes.
10 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the cheese is thoroughly melted, bubbly, and golden, and the crust achieves a crisp texture.
11 - Carefully remove the pizza from the oven. Allow it to cool for 2 minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley, if desired.
12 - Slice the pizza into individual portions and serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • It&s the ultimate crowd-pleaser, guaranteed to bring smiles and full bellies to any gathering.
  • You get to control every delicious, halal-certified topping, making it perfect for your family&s preferences.
02 -
  • Don&t overload your pizza, no matter how tempting it is to pile on extra toppings, as it can lead to a soggy center.
  • I learned that using a preheated pizza stone or a heavy baking sheet makes a huge difference, giving you that wonderfully crisp, pizzeria-style crust every single time.
03 -
  • For the best flavor, let your pizza rest for a couple of minutes after pulling it from the oven before slicing; this allows the cheese to set and prevents toppings from sliding off.
  • Always use fresh, good quality ingredients, especially your sauce and cheeses, as they form the backbone of your pizza&s taste.

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