Meatball Pizza Recipe
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Meatballs
Pizza Toppings
Method
Preparing the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Making the Meatballs
- 5
Prepare Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 7
Shape Meatballs
Form the meat mixture into small meatballs (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet.
- 8
Bake Meatballs
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
Assembling the Pizza
- 9
Preheat Oven for Pizza
Once the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 10
Roll Out Dough
Roll out the dough on a floured surface into your desired pizza shape and thickness.
- 11
Add Sauce
Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread marinara sauce evenly over the dough.
- 12
Add Cheese and Meatballs
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce, followed by the baked meatballs.
- 13
Add Final Toppings
Drizzle with olive oil and top with fresh basil leaves.
- 14
Bake Pizza
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 15
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, slice, and serve hot.