32 Best Pizza Recipes & Ideas | Recipes, Dinners and Easy Meal Ideas

From game day get-togethers to weeknight family dinners, there’s no denying that pizza is always a winner, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a second-rate slice. As long as you have the right recipes (or your usual method of making pizza dough), you can easily whip up top-quality pies in the comfort of your kitchen. (Bonus points if you bake the pie on a pizza stone or in a countertop pizza oven!). Whether you’re the type of person who could eat pizza for every meal of the day, or you just need a great recipe to keep in your back pocket, you’ll find what you need here, starting with Jeff’s irresistible take on pizza a l Detroit style. The secret to this version is the cheese: instead of shredded mozzarella, it’s topped with brick cheese cubes, and all the way to the edges of the pan for the coveted crispy cheese crust!

Neapolitan pizza is all about simplicity and freshness. Instead of loading the dough with toppings, most are made with little more than tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and olive oil. Use the best ingredients you can – it will be worth it!

Twisted and loaded with sauce, cheese, and pepperoni, this pepperoni bread gives cheese-stuffed pizza a run for its money.

This recipe yields four 1-pound pizza dough balls that you can use one immediately and wrap and freeze the other for later. If you freeze the dough, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature on the counter before rolling it out. How you do it is up to you!

The easy way to make stuffed crust pizza at home? String cheese! Ree rolls them into her pizza crust for an easy-to-make, homemade version of everyone’s favorite restaurant pie.

Sometimes taking shortcuts pays off. Ree’s 30-Minute Pizza comes together with the help of store-bought pizza dough, sauce, pepperoni and cheese.

Chicago native Jeff Mauro knows a thing or two about deep dish pizza. His fan-favorite recipe calls for a homemade dough, topped with mozzarella, sausage, pepperoni and hand-crushed tomatoes. A little parmesan adds the finishing touch!

To achieve the doughy texture for this gluten-free pizza crust, pulse the cauliflower in a food processor, then steam and drain to remove excess moisture.

We took the Detroit square pizza to a whole new level by filling the crispy crust with cheese and pepperoni. In fact, the entire pizza is loaded with it along with a hearty meat sauce that you can make while the pizza is baking.

You won’t even miss the cheese with Giada’s salt and herb dough. It’s a simple dish that fans call “absolutely delicious” and “a hands-down winner.”

Perfect for keto followers, cheese lovers, and even gluten-free people, this pizza dough is primarily made with cheese. Now no one has to miss pizza night!

This cast iron pizza is the perfect mix of salty, sweet, tangy and spicy. Crispy baked pizza dough is topped with BBQ chicken, mozzarella and cheddar cheese. A drizzle of honey with fresh cilantro and chives finishes off this chicken cheese pizza.

This dish is a loose play on the traditional Mexican breakfast of huevo rancheros, with pizza dough replacing the corn tortillas and toppings including two types of cheese, refried beans, an egg, and creamy avocado, all made in the your pizza oven.

These bite-sized pizza rolls are like your favorite after-school snack in the freezer aisle, but even better (yes, we said it). We stuffed ours with crumbled Italian sausage, pepperoni, pizza sauce, and of course, lots of cheese, then deep fried them so their wonton skin wrappers were super crispy. We dare you to compare.

You can’t go wrong with a classic like this Neapolitan-style pizza. With sweet and savory San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil, it’s easy to see why this pie is always a crowd favorite.

If you’re looking for an alternative to traditional pizza crust, try Katie’s five-star recipe. For a really crispy crust, squeeze all the moisture out of the spaghetti squash before baking.

Looking for a way to mix up your regular grilled menu? Try the pizza. This meat lover’s pie is loaded with toppings and comes together easily on the grill. Just be sure to preheat the pizza stone on the grill for at least 30 minutes. This way, your crust will cook nice and crispy.

Giada’s handheld appetizers are like mini calzones, each filled with arugula, cheese and spicy Italian sausage. Using store bought pizza crust will save a significant amount of time.

As in a classic cheeseburger, mustard tops the ground beef on this pizza, which sizzles with melted American cheese, fresh red onions and dill pickles. Serve with shredded lettuce on the side to complete the burger experience and make this a “one-crust” meal that hits the table in an hour flat.

This fluffy and delicious version of the pizza skips the mozzarella, letting the tomato and oregano flavors shine. After it comes out of the oven, it’s sprinkled with some ricotta salata for a nice salty kick and just a touch of the smooth, milky flavor that mozzarella provides.

Italian sausage and lots of kale give this pizza a tangy flavor. Molly’s advice? The kale will cook when it’s in the oven, so always add more than you think you need.

Nothing gives pizza a touch of summer like substituting pesto for red sauce. And it’s easy to make from scratch; just throw a few ingredients into the food processor and blend until blended.

This easy gluten-free pizza dough is baked into a crunchy, chewy crust (plus, it’s vegan!). The addition of coarse cornmeal gives it texture and crunch.

Why mix up a batch of pizza dough when you have store-bought focaccia on hand? It’s the perfect time-saving trick on pizza night.

If you ask us, this deep dish pizza is way better than takeout. Thanks to your cast iron pan, you can have a hot and tasty pizza on the table in just an hour, and with minimal cleanup!

Trisha packs all the pizzeria favorites into her easy-to-make soft pretzels: oregano, parmesan, garlic, red pepper flakes, and more!

Ready in just 30 minutes, this sweet and savory pizza is easy to make. Grilling the pineapple before baking the pizza adds just a hint of smoke to the juicy fruit.

Use store bought dough to make these pizza rolls. Stuffed with mozzarella, spinach and prosciutto, they make a satisfying and fun side dish.

What’s more fun than pizza for breakfast? Delegate tasks to your younger helpers like brushing the oil on the crust, layering it with frosting, and tearing up the basil. When you sit down to breakfast, everyone can enjoy a job well done.

Who says pizza has to be salty? Chocolate hazelnut spread acts as the “sauce” for Trisha’s grilled pizza, which she tops with sliced ​​bananas, nuts and roasted nuts.

Ellie saves time by using store-bought whole wheat pizza dough for this simple pie. To up the health factor, reduce the fat by using partially skim mozzarella and ricotta cheeses.

These pizzas can be made ahead and frozen for the perfect after school snack. No need to defrost; just add your favorite ingredients and bake.