Oven-Baked Meatball Explosion Pizza

Ingredients

- 1/2 pound pork, ground
- 1/2 pound beef, ground
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 package wheat dough (enough for a 12-inch pizza)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Prepare the Meatballs:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped onion, black pepper, and half of the chopped parsley.
- Mix thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs, roughly 1 inch in diameter. You should have about 15-20 meatballs.

3. Cook the Meatballs:
- On a greased or lined baking sheet, place the meatballs about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until browned and cooked through. Remove from the oven and set aside.

4. Prepare the Dough:
- Roll out the wheat dough on a lightly floured surface to form a 12-inch round, maintaining an even thickness.
- Carefully transfer the rolled dough onto a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

5. Assemble the Pizza:
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Distribute the cooked meatballs over the tomato sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top, ensuring it covers both the meatballs and sauce.
- Garnish with the remaining fresh parsley.

6. Bake the Pizza:
- Place the assembled pizza into the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.

7. Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Slice and serve hot, enjoying the savory blend of flavors and textures.

Preparation & Cooking Time

- Preparation Time: PT20M
20 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time

- PT50M
50 minutes

Type of Dish

- Lunch

Keywords

1. Meatball Pizza
2. Oven-Baked Pizza
3. Gourmet Pizza Recipe
4. Lunch Ideas
5. Italian-Inspired Cuisine
6. Home-Cooked Meals
7. Family-Friendly Recipe
8. Pizza with Pork and Beef
9. Cheesy Pizza
10. Wheat Dough Pizza

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 1,920

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