Description
Comfort meets creativity in these delightful pizza pot pies, combining classic Italian flavors with hearty American charm. Melted cheese, savory fillings, and flaky crust invite you to savor a delicious twist on traditional pizza that promises pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 12 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 12 cup pepperoni slices
Protein and Vegetables:
- 12 cup cooked Italian sausage
- 12 cup diced bell peppers
- 12 cup sliced mushrooms
Seasonings and Extras:
- 12 teaspoon garlic powder
- 12 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 oven-safe ramekins
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 375°F and lightly coating ceramic dishes with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Create a delectable base layer inside each ramekin by evenly distributing mozzarella cheese, selecting preferred pizza toppings, and generously pouring marinara sauce.
- Transform pizza dough into circular shapes, ensuring each round extends slightly beyond the ramekin’s rim for a perfect seal.
- Carefully drape the prepared dough over each filled ramekin, pressing edges to create an airtight closure, then enhance with a light olive oil brush and sprinkle of garlic powder and Italian seasoning.
- Transfer ramekins to the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust that signals perfect doneness.
- Allow the pot pies to rest for a brief moment after removing from the oven, then invert onto serving plates, revealing the bubbling, savory contents inside and presenting a dramatic, appetizing reveal.
Notes
- Keep ramekins lightly greased to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of pot pies.
- Customize toppings based on personal preferences or dietary restrictions, using options like vegetarian alternatives or gluten-free pizza dough.
- Layer ingredients strategically to create balanced flavor distribution, with cheese on bottom and sauce in middle for optimal texture.
- Try different cheese varieties like provolone or fontina to add unique flavor profiles and enhance the overall taste experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg