What do you put on a meat lover's pizza?

A classic meat lover’s pizza includes a generous combination of meats like pepperoni, sausage, ground beef, ham, and sometimes bacon. For this Meat Lovers Pizza Bread Recipe , we focus on flavorful seasoned ground beef and pepperoni, layered with provolone and mozzarella cheeses for that full-bodied, savory taste.

What is the bread of a pizza called?

The bread of a pizza is simply called pizza dough . It’s a yeast-based dough that creates the base of your pizza. In our recipe, we use refrigerated pizza dough , which bakes into a golden, fluffy crust when braided and filled. It holds everything together and gives you that perfect chewy-yet-crispy texture.

What is included in a meat lovers pizza?

A meat lovers pizza typically includes: Seasoned ground beef Pepperoni Mozzarella cheese Tomato-based pizza sauce Optional additions like sausage, ham, or bacon Our Meat Lovers Stuffed French Bread Pizza sticks to the essentials, creating a rich and satisfying flavor with just a few powerful ingredients.

What’s on a meat lovers pizza good pizza?

A good meat lovers pizza—whether flat or stuffed into braided bread—balances rich, meaty flavor with the right mix of cheeses and sauce. You want that satisfying bite where the salty pepperoni, juicy beef, stretchy cheese, and herby tomato sauce come together in harmony. That’s exactly what this recipe delivers.

Boost Flavor with This Powerful Meat Lovers Pizza Bread Recipe!

Name: Boost Flavor with This Powerful Meat Lovers Pizza Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1/2 lb lean ground beef; 1/2 teaspoon + 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano, divided; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 jar pizza sauce, divided; 1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough; 4 slices provolone cheese; 2 oz thin-sliced pepperoni (about 1/3 cup); 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Description

Braided Meat Lovers Pizza Bread is a delicious, cheesy, and savory appetizer made with seasoned ground beef, pepperoni, and a trio of cheeses wrapped in golden pizza dough. Perfect for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients

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1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon + 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano, divided
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 jar pizza sauce, divided
1 tube (13.8 oz) refrigerated pizza dough
4 slices provolone cheese
2 oz thin-sliced pepperoni (about 1/3 cup)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large non-stick skillet, cook ground beef with 1/2 teaspoon oregano, garlic powder, and kosher salt until browned. Drain excess fat.
Let beef cool slightly, then stir in 1/3 cup of pizza sauce. Set aside.
Unroll pizza dough onto a baking sheet and gently stretch into a rectangle.
Spread 1/2 cup pizza sauce down the center of the dough, leaving sides clear.
Layer provolone slices, pepperoni, ground beef mixture, and mozzarella over the sauce.
Cut 1-inch strips down each side of the dough. Fold strips over the filling in a braided pattern.
Brush the dough with melted butter and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining oregano.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Heat remaining pizza sauce for dipping.
Let bread cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm with sauce.

Notes

Drain ground beef well to avoid soggy dough.
Don’t overfill the center to ensure easier braiding.
Can be assembled in advance and refrigerated before baking.
Use parchment paper or lightly grease the baking sheet for easy removal.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Tasty Bites
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 290
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 610mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 13g
Cholesterol: 45mg