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Meat Lover’s Pizza

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A hearty, savory pizza featuring a homemade thin crust topped with mozzarella, Parmesan, cooked beef, hot sausage, and spicy pepperoni. Perfect for meat lovers craving a flavorful and indulgent pizza.

Ingredients

1/2 cup warm water

1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast

1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar

1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon olive oil (if needed)

1/3 to 1/2 cup pizza sauce

1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

1/2 cup cooked and crumbled beef

1/2 cup cooked and crumbled hot sausage

1/4 cup pepperoni slices

Ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir to dissolve and let it proof until frothy.
  2. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add flour and salt. With the mixer running on low, slowly add the yeast mixture. Increase speed and add olive oil if needed. Mix until a dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.
  3. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  4. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  5. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil. Shape the dough into your desired size and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Spread pizza sauce over the dough. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella.
  7. Evenly distribute the cooked beef, sausage, and pepperoni over the cheese.
  8. Top with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese and season with ground black pepper.
  9. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Remove from the oven, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

  • For a crispier crust, bake directly on a preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
  • If using store-bought dough, follow the package instructions for baking.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the meats and add extra vegetables like mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers.
  • If making ahead, refrigerate the dough up to 24 hours before using.
  • Can be frozen before baking—wrap tightly in plastic and foil, then bake from frozen at 425°F (220°C) for 20-25 minutes.

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