Like many parents, I’m always trying to expand Owen’s picky palate. One thing I’ve found that he enjoys is pizza. There must be some kind of weird psychology to the word ‘pizza’ because he tends to eat pizza regardless of the toppings I put on.
I’ve gotten so good at making these bad boys that I can whip one up in about 5 minutes.
To keep things on the healthy side, I use whole wheat pitas, and I always add a vegetable, like peppers. For a little protein and added flavor, I throw on some HORMEL® Pepperoni. I use marinara sauce because we almost always have a jar in the house.
Owen doesn’t really like when I use the entire pita, so I cut it in half. This works for me because I can stretch out the food.
I turn on the oven broiler and pop the pita in for 1-2 minutes. While it’s toasting up a bit, I prepare the toppings. When the time is up, I flip the pita over and toast it for another 1-2 minutes.
I add the toppings– marinara, cheese, HORMEL® Pepperoni, chopped peppers, cheese.
Then, I put the pizza under the broiler for another 1-2 minutes.
The pizza comes out warm but not too hot for toddlers’ mouths.
I typically cut up Owen’s pizza into pieces because he likes to eat it with a fork. Then I add a vegetable and fruit onto his plate. This time is was carrots with hummus and sliced grapes.
Keep in mind you aren’t limited to using only pitas. I use the same method with tortillas to make pizzas for Owen. And while we don’t buy them often, you can also use English muffins.
I also tend to mix up the toppings so he can try out new and different flavors and textures. Sometimes I’ll do Mexican pizzas with refried black beans, salsa, meat, cheese, and sliced avocado. Other times I’ve added pineapple and sliced olives.
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Britany says
We do this with whole grain sandwich thins too! But my favorite use for pepperoni is with cooked spaghetti squash, alfredo sauce and some peppers and onions. It makes a killer pasta dish that tastes like it’s full of calories, but really only 400-500!
Cris says
I like to put pepperoni in my chili 🙂
Seems Leigh says
I love using pepperoni as a snack in turkey roll ups, on pizza, or chopped up in salads!
Lisa Brown says
I like it added to grill cheese sandwiches.
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Julie Wood says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is to make my homemade pizzas for the family! We love pepperoni pizza!
Julie Wood says
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Natalie says
I love to use pepperoni in calzones! There is nothing better than hot, homemade calzones.
Natalie says
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Elena says
I like to make pepperoni pizza
Elena says
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mami2jcn says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is on pizza.
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Lisa A. says
I like putting pepperoni and various “fixin’s” on plain old bread and giving it a quick toast in the oven!
Rachel Zimmerman says
On pizza.
kjasus says
i love pepperoni on pizza
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Steve Weber says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is in a roll up
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OFG says
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OFG says
I like to use them in calzones!
Erin says
http://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/recipes/a50812/pizza-seven-layer-dip-recipe/
This recipe is yummy! You can chop up regular pepperoni slices or get the super cute mini pieces, which is what I prefer.
Chrissy says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is on top of homemade chicken parmesan. The pepperoni adds an awesome flavor to the meal and I truly don’t think I could eat it without pepperoni anymore!
Chrissy says
I tweeted! https://twitter.com/krisgan07/status/829781069394276355
Melissa says
We love pepperoni on pizza or we just eat it for snacks!
Melissa Piper says
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Harmony says
I wrap it up with cheese in a crescent roll!
Abby Pettifer says
I love to make homemade pizza with pepperoni and sausage and Trader Joe’s pizza crust. Yummy ?
Jessica Tagliaferri says
I love pepperoni with French bread and Brie! So yummy
Rachael says
We buy Hormel Turkey pepperoni like it’s going out of style and just eat it right out of the bag for snacks ?
Jessica To says
I like to use pepperoni on English muffin pizzas.
Laura Fletcher says
I love making little Pepperoni Pizza Rolls with bread dough, sauce, cheese all rolled up!
Shelly says
cant wait to try!
ASHLEY says
My toddler likes to eat pepperoni plain and on pizza, but I love it in a chopped Italian salad, I add chunks of mozz, black olives, peppers, make my own Italian dressing- YUM!
heather says
My favorite way to use pepperoni s on pizza.
heather says
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Elizabeth @ Pineapples and Polka Dots says
I’ll have to try this! I love making english muffin pizzas with diced green peppers for a quick lunch. I just use a whole wheat english muffin, either homemade or store bought sauce, some light mozzarella, and either hormel regular or turkey pepperoni. I really like fruit with my lunch, so I usually have something like an orange on the side.
Conny says
What I do with pepperoni is… leave it out ?
My husband is the only one who likes it.
Kelly D says
I like to use pepperoni in a Stromboli.
Kelly D says
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Laura Wilson says
Yes! We do pizza on tortillas (open face). Love your blog, lady!
Margaret Smith says
My favorite is using pepperoni on pizza.
Margaret Smith says
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Jennifer says
We love pepperoni on our homemade pizza! My son loves tortilla pizzas which makes for an easy lunchtime meal.
Rachel says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is in homemade calzones.
Rachel says
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Susan Smith says
I love to use pepperoni in calzones and on top of pizza.
Susan Smith says
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Elle says
I like to use pepperoni on homemade pizza with mozzarella and peppers/onions.
Elle says
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Stacey Roberson says
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Cynthia C says
I like to chop up some pepperoni in an antipasto salad.
Cynthia C says
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Jessie C. says
I like to make pepperoni pizza quesadilla.
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Sam says
Friday night is homemade pizza night at our house and my hubby loves pepperoni. I also put it in my pizza muffins! http://samsdish.com/pepperoni-pizza-muffins/
Jen W. says
I love, love, love pepperoni pizza!
Wanda McHenry says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is on our homemade pizza!
Wanda McHenry says
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Kristen says
I’d like to try it in a pasta salad.
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Stefanie G says
I love to use pepperoni on pizza subs or homemade pizza!
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katherine says
I use it on my homemade pizza or just with cheese and crackers
katherine says
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Jeffrey says
Growing up every pizza I had needed to be topped with pepperoni and that is how my kids like it. I like using it on sandwiches and mixed into meatballs.
Jeffrey says
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/FireRunner2379/status/834466698015232000.
Mita says
We like pepperoni on pizza.
Mita says
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Tamara says
My kids love pepperoni on grilled cheese sandwiches.
Tamara says
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Ashley says
So my first thought is how you are a perfect mom for slicing the grapes. Seriously, whether you are arranging a bouquet or making lunch for a toddler, it’s perfect. Using the cupcake liner for hummus is a great idea. I’ll have to keep that one in mind.
As far as the pepperoni, we really only use turkey pep. It’s great on pizza of course, but we also like it with cheese and crackers. And we love to just eat it plain…
Allison Swain says
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rachel says
I’m a sucker for it in pasta salad.
Rebecca W says
I buy pepperoni from the deli counter to use for sandwiches, or we add it to grilled cheese sandwiches. We never get tired of it!
Rebecca W says
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Angela Saver says
My favorite way to use Pepperoni is top my salad with it!
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Erika says
We like to make pepperoni roll-ups with crescent rolls.
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Madeline says
We like pepperoni on pizza or in a stromboli.
Madeline says
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April V. says
Pepperoni goes great in cold sandwiches and salads or just by itself with cheese.
Betty C says
My favorite way to use pepperoni is on pizza but I also like to add it to macaroni and cheese for extra flavor.
Betty C says
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Carolsue says
My favorite way to use Pepperoni is to make Pizza Zucchini Boats
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Rebecca Thomas says
I like to add them to salads!