During the summers when I was growing up, my mom would be home with us because she was and is a teacher---we were so fortunate! We had so much fun in the summers! My favorite thing that we would do in the summers was to go "pool hopping" as my mom taught swimming to families in their own pools and my sister and I got to tag along. We would literally be in our swimsuits from the time we got up to the time we went to bed. Often we would get in the car to go from one pool to the next with a soaking wet towel to keep us warm---and we thought it was grand! We would eat some quick snacks so we could get in the pool when we arrived at the next home! At the end of the day we would get home and be ready to eat everything in sight and really didn't want to wait long! My mom had the best answer for this--Mini Pizzas! They were quick, easy, and so very delicious! We would try to talk her into this option as often as possible! Now that I am a mom, this is an easy go-to when I am short on time and it is a great option when I have leftovers from homemade pizza! They can be different each time and can be individualized for picky eaters:)
What you'll need for 12 mini pizzas:
1 Large cookie sheet
1 package of English muffins or bagels--Halved (There are lots of options just with flavors of this ingredient!)
1 large can of Pizza Sauce or Marinara Sauce (No pizza sauce? You can add tomato paste to Marinara!)
2 Cups Shredded Mozzarella (Or more if you really like cheesy pizza!)
*diced onions
*diced peppers
*pepperoni
*mushrooms
*chicken
*crumbled sausage
*crumbled bacon
*and the list goes on---whatever you like on your pizza:)
*Indicates optional items
Directions:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Lay each half of the muffins or bagels open faced on a cookie sheet. Top with sauce, then cheese and toppings. Place in oven to bake for **10-25 minutes, until cheese is completely melted. You can broil them for a minute at the end if you like toasty cheese too! Let cool for 2-3 minutes and serve!
**The cooking time will depend on the amount of toppings and whether you used muffins or bagels. I would check every 5 minutes or so:)
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