“Pepperoni” Pizza
Soy “pepperoni” has a convincing flavor, but not the greasiness of its meaty counterpart. Predictably, it’s low in fat (and sometimes fat-free) and a terrific way to jazz up a homemade pizza. This makes a fun meal for kids and teens with any of the smoothies on pages 245 to 246.
Recipe information
Yield
3 to 4 servings
Ingredients
One 12- to 14-inch good-quality pizza crust
1 to 1 1/2 cups good-quality marinara or pizza sauce
1 to 1 1/2 cups grated part-skim mozzarella cheese or mozzarella-style soy cheese
4 slices soy “pepperoni” or deli slices, cut into small squares
Hot red pepper flakes, optional
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Step 2
Place the crust on a pan, spread the sauce evenly over it, and sprinkle with the remaining ingredients in the order given.
Step 3
Bake until the cheese is bubbly, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove from the oven, let stand for 2 to 3 minutes, and cut into 4 or 6 wedges to serve.
nutrition information
Step 4
Calories: 339
Step 5
Total Fat: 9g
Step 6
Protein: 26g
Step 7
Carbohydrate: 36g
Step 8
Cholesterol: 23mg
Step 9
Sodium: 803mg
