When you’re hungry and in a hurry, try one of these after-school pizza snacks.
Pita Pizza Pockets
By Deanna Adamson
2 tablespoons spaghetti sauce1 slice pita bread, cut in half to make two pocketsshredded mozzarella cheese to taste1/2 cup chopped ham or pepperoni, dividedParmesan cheese to taste
1. Spread a tablespoon of spaghetti sauce inside each pita pocket. Add mozzarella cheese, meat, and Parmesan cheese.
2. Place pita pockets on a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 30 seconds or until the cheese melts.
Pizza Dip
8 ounces (227 g) ricotta cheese1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, divided1/2 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup spaghetti sauceToppings:1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon Italian seasoning1/4 cup chopped pepperoni or cooked sausage1/4 cup chopped green pepper1/4 cup chopped olives
1. Heat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Mix the ricotta cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, mayonnaise, and spaghetti sauce in a bowl. Pour the mixture into a 9-inch (23-cm) pie plate and bake for 10 minutes.
2. Sprinkle the pizza toppings and the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top of the dip. Heat for an additional 5 minutes or until the dip is heated through. Serve warm with crackers.
