String Cheese Stuffed-Crust Pizza |
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Prep Time: 40 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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There's no pizza delivery in our rural community, so I rely on this recipe instead. The edges of the no-fail homemade crust are filled with string cheese, and the hearty toppings can be varied to suit your preference. Try the dough for making breadsticks or bread bowls. Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef |
1 small onion, chopped |
2-1/2 to 3 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
2 tablespoons italian seasoning, divided |
1 package (1/4 ounce) quick-rise yeast |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1 cup water |
3 tablespoons olive oil |
3 tablespoons cornmeal |
4 ounces string cheese |
1 can (15 ounces) pizza sauce |
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms |
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese |
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese |
Directions:
1. In a skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain and set aside. In a bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups flour, 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning, yeast, sugar and salt.
2. In a saucepan, heat water and oil to 120°-130°. Add to the dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. Let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle cornmeal over a greased 14-in. pizza pan.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 15-in. circle. Transfer to prepared pan, letting dough drape over the edge. Cut string cheese in half lengthwise; place around edge of pan. Fold dough over string cheese; pinch to seal. Prick dough thoroughly with a fork. Bake at 375° for 5 minutes.
4. Combine pizza sauce and 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning; spread half over crust. Sprinkle with beef mixture and mushrooms; cover with remaining pizza sauce mixture. Sprinkle with shredded cheeses and remaining Italian seasoning. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown. Yield: 8 slices.
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