Loaded Ground Beef Supreme Pizza
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Loaded Ground Beef Supreme Pizza. This mouthwatering dish combines perfectly seasoned lean ground beef with aromatic onions and garlic, infused with dried oregano and spices for a flavor-packed filling. Layered atop a homemade or store-bought pizza dough, it boasts a rich pizza sauce and a generous combination of gooey cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in, this pizza is sure to impress with its delightful blend of textures and flavors. Plus, it’s a recipe that even picky eaters will love. Enjoy a slice of heaven tonight! This recipe is inspired by my nostalgic experiment from July 24, 2011, when I crafted my family's favorite pizza.
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Servings
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Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lean Ground Beef
1/2 lb (cooked and crumbled)
Small Onion
1 (chopped)
Garlic Cloves
3 (minced)
Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoon (dried)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (to taste)
Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon (freshly ground)
Pizza Dough
1 lb (for 1 pizza (store-bought or homemade))
Pizza Sauce
1/4 cup (homemade or store-bought)
Cheddar Cheese
3/4 cup (grated)
Mozzarella Cheese
3/4 cup (grated)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 500°F and prepare a pizza stone or a greased pizza pan.
2
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, crumble the ground beef and add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
3
Stir in the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside to cool slightly.
4
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the dough onto the greased pizza pan.
5
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
6
Distribute the ground beef mixture over the sauce evenly.
7
Sprinkle the grated cheddar and mozzarella cheeses generously over the beef layer.
8
Place the pizza on the lowest rack of your preheated oven and bake for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
9
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool slightly, slice, and serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Loaded Ground Beef Supreme Pizza?
It is a comfort food dish featuring seasoned lean ground beef, onions, garlic, pizza sauce, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses on a homemade or store-bought crust.
What type of ground beef is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 lb of lean ground beef, cooked and crumbled.
How do I prepare the beef for this pizza?
Crumble the ground beef in a skillet with chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook for 3 to 5 minutes until browned.
What temperature should the oven be preheated to?
The oven should be preheated to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
How long does it take to bake the pizza?
The pizza typically takes about 10 minutes to bake.
Where should I place the pizza in the oven?
Place the pizza on the lowest rack of your preheated oven for the best results.
What size should the pizza dough be rolled out to?
The dough should be rolled out into a circle approximately 12 inches in diameter.
Can I use store-bought pizza dough?
Yes, you can use either store-bought or homemade pizza dough for this recipe.
What kind of cheese is used on this pizza?
The recipe uses a combination of 3/4 cup of grated cheddar cheese and 3/4 cup of grated mozzarella cheese.
How much pizza sauce is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of pizza sauce, which can be either homemade or store-bought.
What seasonings are added to the ground beef?
The beef is seasoned with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Do I need to drain the fat from the beef?
Yes, it is recommended to drain any excess fat after browning the beef, onion, and garlic.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe calls for 3 minced garlic cloves.
How do I know when the pizza is finished cooking?
The pizza is done when the cheese is bubbly and the crust has turned golden brown.
Should I use a pizza stone?
You can use either a pizza stone or a greased pizza pan to bake this pizza.
Is it necessary to leave a border on the dough?
Yes, leave a small border around the edges of the dough for the crust when spreading the sauce.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare your baking surface.
Can I use different types of onions?
The recipe specifies one small chopped onion, but you could substitute other varieties if desired.
How much oregano is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano.
Is this recipe suitable for picky eaters?
Yes, the description mentions it is a recipe that even picky eaters will love.
What is the inspiration for this recipe?
This recipe was inspired by a nostalgic family experiment from July 24, 2011.
How should the pizza be served?
Let it cool slightly after removing it from the oven, then slice and serve hot.
Can I add other toppings?
While this is a supreme beef version, you can certainly customize it with additional toppings if you like.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients listed for this pizza.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a great family meal.
What is the total weight of the pizza dough?
The recipe uses 1 lb of pizza dough.
How much salt and pepper is recommended?
The recipe suggests 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper.
Does the ground beef need to be cooled before topping?
The instructions recommend setting the beef aside to cool slightly before adding it to the pizza.
What are the primary flavor profiles?
The pizza features savory ground beef, aromatic garlic and onions, and gooey melted cheeses.
Is this recipe good for family gatherings?
Yes, it is described as perfect for family gatherings or a cozy night in.