Savory Meat Lovers Pizza That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

This Meat Lovers Pizza is layered with savory meats and melted cheese, perfect for bustling weeknights.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 2

Total Time 35

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough

1 package Pre-made pizza dough (12-inch crust) Feel free to use homemade or store-bought!

For the Sauce

1 cup Pizza sauce A tangy tomato base that balances the richness of the meats.

For the Cheese

1.5 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese Offers that classic creamy texture.

For the Toppings

0.5 cup Cooked and crumbled Italian sausage Delivers savory spice and texture.
0.5 cup Cooked bacon pieces Adds smoky saltiness and crunchy contrast.
0.5 cup Sliced pepperoni Provides a bold, slightly smoky flavor.
0.25 cup Chopped ham Brings a tender, mildly sweet flavor.
0.25 cup Sliced salami Gives tangy undertones and chew.
0.25 cup Sliced Canadian bacon A leaner option for infusing that ham-like flavor.

For the Seasoning

0.25 teaspoon Dried oregano Enhances the pizza's Italian aroma.
0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes Optional for a little spice.

For Finishing Touches

Olive oil For brushing on the crust edges.

Equipment

Oven
Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
pastry brush

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone inside.
Roll out your pre-made pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
Brush olive oil generously on the edges of the pizza dough.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
Layer the cooked and crumbled Italian sausage, bacon, pepperoni, ham, salami, and Canadian bacon over the cheese.
Sprinkle the dried oregano and optional crushed red pepper flakes over the toppings.
Transfer your assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Allow the pizza to cool before storing. Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the fridge.

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