How to make Elmo Pizza

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone is often less expensive while still providing good melt.

pepperoni

🥗Healthier: turkey pepperoni

💰Cheaper: salami

Salami can be a cost-effective substitute with similar flavor.

black olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: green olives

Green olives are typically less expensive and can add a different flavor.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Bell peppers provide crunch and can be milder.

Prepare pizza dough according to package instructions or homemade recipe.

Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.

Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.

Spread a layer of tomato sauce evenly over the dough.

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top of the sauce.

Arrange pepperoni slices evenly across the cheese.

Add sliced bell peppers, onions, and black olives on top.

Sprinkle corn and jalapeños for added flavor.

Season with oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper to taste.

Drizzle a little olive oil over the top for extra richness.

Bake in preheated oven until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly, about 12-15 minutes.

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Serve hot and enjoy your Elmo Pizza.

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