Slow-Cooker Pizza Recipe for a Super Easy Dinner | Real Simple@Home | Real Simple

Ensure you have a 6-quart oval slow cooker.

Take 1 pound of pizza dough (frozen and defrosted, refrigerated, or homemade) and place it on a piece of parchment paper with a little olive oil.

Stretch the dough out to match the size of the bottom of the slow cooker using your fingers.

Transfer the dough into the slow cooker using the parchment paper as handles and stretch it out further to the edges.

Add 2 cups of low moisture mozzarella cheese on top of the dough.

Add desired toppings (e.g., bell peppers, olives, pepperoni, or cooked crumbled Italian sausage).

Nudge the dough to spread it out to the edges again if needed.

Spread tomato sauce over the toppings using a spoon.

Place a paper towel over the top of the slow cooker before putting the lid on to absorb moisture.

Cook on high for 2 to 3 hours or low for 4 to 5 hours, checking for a golden but tender crust.

After 2 hours, check the pizza; if the dough isn't golden, cook for an additional hour.

Once done, use the parchment paper to lift the pizza out and let it rest on a board for 10 to 15 minutes.

Add finishing touches: sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese and fresh basil on top.

Cut the pizza using a chef's knife, scissors, or a pizza cutter.

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