Decadent Party Favorite: Warm & Cheesy Dip Pizza
Your Go-To Holiday Dish! Easy and Delicious ‘Dip Pizza’ Recipe
The holiday season is just around the corner! Introducing our ‘Dip Pizza’ recipe, perfect for making your special occasions even more memorable. It’s a fantastic way to use up leftover ingredients and create a stunning party dish that everyone, from kids to adults, will love. Whether it’s for Christmas or a New Year’s Eve get-together, this warm, flavorful, and delightfully cheesy pizza is sure to be a hit. Enjoy!
Ingredients- 3 slices of bread (sandwich bread works well)
- 400g spaghetti sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 170g can of sweet corn, drained
- 4 slices of ham (or your favorite ham)
- 1 medium onion
- 1/2 green bell pepper
- 1/2 paprika (use different colors for visual appeal)
- 1 handful of king oyster mushrooms
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (or more, to your liking)
- A small bunch of sprouts (for garnish)
- Approx. 8 cloves of garlic, minced or thinly sliced
- A little olive oil
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients for your pizza. Washing and chopping any necessary items beforehand will make the cooking process much smoother.
Step 2
For a pleasant texture, dice the onion, bell pepper, paprika, and king oyster mushrooms into bite-sized pieces rather than very small ones. This ensures they retain a nice chewiness even after cooking.
Step 3
Dice the ham into similarly sized pieces as the vegetables. You can use any type of ham you prefer; sliced ham makes for quicker preparation.
Step 4
Now, let’s start sautéing. Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add the minced or sliced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic, as this creates a wonderful aromatic base.
Step 5
Once the garlic is fragrant, add the diced ham to the pan and cook with the garlic. The ham will release some fat, adding richness to the flavor.
Step 6
When the ham is partially cooked, add your prepared vegetables. Increase the heat to medium-high and stir-fry quickly for just about 1-2 minutes. This keeps the vegetables crisp and fresh-tasting.
Step 7
Add the drained sweet corn and pour in the spaghetti sauce. Stir everything together and cook briefly until the sauce coats all the ingredients. This creates your delicious, chunky pizza topping. Remove from heat.
Step 8
Line an oven-safe pan or dish with parchment paper. Trim the crusts off the bread slices and arrange them snugly on the bottom of the pan, fitting them together to form a base.
Step 9
Spoon the cooked topping mixture evenly over the bread base. Use a spoon to spread it out for a smooth, even layer.
Step 10
Now for the best part! Generously sprinkle the mozzarella cheese all over the topping, covering it completely. The melted, bubbly cheese will make your pizza irresistible.
Step 11
Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly, and the edges of the bread are nicely toasted. Baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven. Once out of the oven, garnish with fresh sprouts and grated block cheese for an extra touch of elegance.
Step 12
This dip pizza was a cherished part of our family’s holiday celebration last Christmas! We hope you create wonderful memories with this recipe too. Enjoy your warm and happy holidays!
