Ingredients
- 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for topping
Feel free to substitute or add your favorite toppings, just like how Ouma and I would sneak in extra olives or experiment with different cheeses when Mama Lou wasn’t looking. The beauty of this dish lies in its adaptability to suit your taste.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin to prevent sticking.
- Unroll the crescent roll dough and separate it into triangles. Press each triangle into a muffin cup, allowing the dough to extend slightly over the edges.
- Spoon about 2 teaspoons of pizza sauce into each dough-lined cup, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by a few slices of pepperoni, bell peppers, and olives.
- Season each mini pizza with a pinch of oregano and garlic powder for added flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crescent dough is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Allow the pizzas to cool slightly before removing them from the muffin tin. Top with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
As you bake these, you might find yourself reminiscing about simpler times, just as I do. Perhaps you’ll savor the memory of a loved one or create new ones with your family, just like Mama Lou did with us.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International