Description
Hearty pizza pot pies blend classic Italian flavors with comforting American cooking techniques. Cheesy filling nestled in crisp pastry shells delivers a delightful meal you can easily recreate at home.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
Cheese and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Extras and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 ounces pepperoni (optional)
Instructions
- Set the oven temperature to 400F (200C) for optimal cooking conditions.
- Prepare individual oven-safe ramekins by applying a light coating of cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a flavor foundation by spreading marinara sauce across the bottom of each ramekin, ensuring complete coverage.
- Layer shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the marinara sauce, creating a rich base for additional toppings.
- Customize each pot pie by adding your preferred pizza toppings on top of the cheese layer.
- Roll out pizza dough on a clean surface, cutting circular shapes that extend slightly beyond the ramekin edges for a perfect seal.
- Carefully drape the dough circles over each filled ramekin, pressing and crimping the edges to create a tight seal.
- Enhance the crust by brushing the surface with olive oil and sprinkling Italian seasoning for an aromatic finish.
- Transfer the prepared pot pies to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the crust transforms into a golden-brown, crispy shell.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pot pies to cool for a few minutes to prevent burning.
- Carefully invert each ramekin onto a serving plate, releasing the pot pie with its layers of delicious ingredients.
- Serve immediately while the cheese is melted and the crust remains crisp and warm.
Notes
- Customize toppings based on dietary preferences by using vegetarian options like bell peppers, mushrooms, or plant-based cheese alternatives.
- Seal dough edges tightly to prevent leaks and create a perfect dome-like crust that traps all the delicious flavors inside.
- Experiment with different sauces like pesto or alfredo for unique flavor variations that can transform this classic dish.
- Use pre-made pizza dough or homemade dough depending on time constraints and cooking skill level, making this recipe flexible for any home cook.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg