Best 9 Moms Upside Down Pizza Recipes

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Indulge in the irresistible Mom's Upside-Down Pizza, a culinary creation that flips the traditional pizza concept on its head. This unique dish features a crispy crust topped with a layer of melted cheese, flavorful pizza sauce, and an assortment of your favorite toppings, all baked to perfection. The result is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds.

This article presents a collection of three delectable Upside-Down Pizza recipes, each offering a unique twist on this innovative dish. The Classic Upside-Down Pizza recipe serves as the foundation, guiding you through the essential steps of crafting a mouthwatering pizza that showcases the perfect balance of flavors.

For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Veggie-Packed Upside-Down Pizza recipe transforms this classic dish into a vibrant and colorful feast. This recipe incorporates an array of fresh vegetables, creating a wholesome and nutritious pizza that is bursting with flavor.

Finally, the Meat Lover's Upside-Down Pizza recipe caters to carnivores with its generous portions of pepperoni, sausage, and bacon. This meaty masterpiece is sure to satisfy even the most discerning pizza aficionado.

No matter your taste preferences, Mom's Upside-Down Pizza has something for everyone. Embark on a culinary journey and discover the extraordinary flavors that await you in these exceptional recipes.

Let's cook with our recipes!

UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA



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This is a quick recipe for moms who don't have much time, but have kids who need hearty meals to fill them up.

Provided by Michelle Doty

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes     Beef

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
2 Italian sausage links, casings removed
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce with meat
½ cup pizza sauce
4 ounces sliced pepperoni
1 (16 ounce) package shredded pizza cheese blend
1 (13.8 ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef and Italian sausage. Cook and stir until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink; drain. Stir in the spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, and pepperoni, and heat until bubbly. Transfer the mixture to an 11x13 inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle evenly with the shredded pizza cheese. Top with the pizza dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crust is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 650.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.1 g, Cholesterol 108.6 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1757.2 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

UPSIDE-DOWN DEEP DISH PIZZA



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Provided by Moms Who Think

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 jar (2 pounds) Ragu Rich and Meaty Meat Sauce
1 package (10 ounce) frozen chopped spinach or broccoli thawed and squeezed dry (optional)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (about 8 ounces)
1 can (10 ounces) refrigerated pizza dough

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In 2-quart baking dish, pour meat sauce.
  • Evenly top with spinach or broccoli.
  • Cover with cheese.
  • Place pizza crust over dish, sealing edges tightly.
  • Bake 20 minutes or until lightly browned.
  • Let stand 10 minutes.

UPSIDE-DOWN RED CHEESY PIZZA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

15 pepperoni slices
1/4 cup sliced jarred red peppers, drained
1 plum tomato, sliced into rounds
6 slices (6 ounces) sliced mozzarella
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar
6 slices provolone
1 cup marinara sauce
1 pound store-bought pizza dough
1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into thin rings
1/2 yellow pepper, sliced into thin rings
Fresh basil, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Heat a 12-inch, well-seasoned cast-iron skillet over a low heat. Lay the pepperoni slices on the bottom of the skillet. Top with the roasted peppers and tomato slices. Arrange the mozzarella over the veggies and pepperoni, then sprinkle with the Cheddar and lay on the provolone. Spoon the marinara sauce over the cheese and spread it around.
  • Press the dough out into a circle slightly larger than the skillet. Lay the dough on top of the sauce and carefully tuck the edges down the sides of the skillet. Place in the oven and cook until the crust is golden brown, about 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and let sit for a few minutes. Very carefully, place a large plate or platter over the top of the skillet and invert the pizza onto the plate. Garnish with the red and yellow pepper rings and tear the basil leaves over the top.

EASY UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA CASSEROLE



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I can't recall where I got this recipe from, but it is a very simple casserole that is very good too! Your little ones will love it for sure!

Provided by Jenni

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
1 (15 ounce) can pizza sauce
1 (4 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
¼ cup sliced pitted ripe olives
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste
1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated biscuit dough

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease. Stir in sauce, mushrooms, and olives. Cook and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes more. Transfer mixture to a 2-quart rectangular baking dish. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top of the casserole.
  • Flatten each biscuit with your hands and arrange on top of the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until biscuits are golden, 15 to 17 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.8 g, Cholesterol 91.5 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 1167.7 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

UPSIDE DOWN ONE PAN PIZZA RECIPE BY TASTY



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This upside down deep dish pizza recipe comes together in one pan. Cook the onions and green bell peppers, then assemble the pizza in the same pan - just cover with dough and put in the oven for 20 minutes. Be extremely careful and be sure to wear oven mitts when flipping the pizza out of the pan.

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
1 green bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced into rings
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
½ cup pepperoni, sliced
¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
7 slices provolone cheese
2 cups pizza sauce
all-purpose flour, for dusting
1 lb pizza dough

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a 12-inch (30 cm) cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the pan is hot, add the onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Add the green pepper and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
  • Turn off the heat. Grease the pan with nonstick spray.
  • Arrange the pepperoni in an even layer on the bottom of the pan. Top with the green peppers, onions, Parmesan, and mozzarella. Arrange the provolone slices over the shredded cheese in an even layer. Top with the pizza sauce and spread evenly.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to a 12-inch (30 cm) round. Gently lay the pizza dough over the pizza sauce, making sure the dough reaches to the edges all around. Brush the dough with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Bake for 25 minutes, until the dough is golden brown.
  • Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Place a large baking sheet on top, then quickly invert the pizza onto the pan.
  • Return to the oven and bake for another 20 minutes, until the pepperoni begins to crisp.
  • Slice into 8 wedges, then serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353 calories, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 4 grams

MOM'S UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA



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Make and share this Mom's Upside-Down Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CandyTX

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lbs ground beef
1 cup onion, chopped
15 ounces tomato sauce
1 1/4 ounces spaghetti sauce mix
8 ounces sour cream
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
8 ounces crescent roll dough

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Brown meat and onion in a large skillet and drain.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and mix, cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Spoon mixture into lightly greased 13X9 dish, top with sour cream and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Unroll crescent rolls and place over cheese.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20 to 25 minutes until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518, Fat 31.6, SaturatedFat 14.8, Cholesterol 126.8, Sodium 1080.1, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 4.7, Protein 32.2

UPSIDE DOWN PIZZA



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Make and share this upside down pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by chia2160

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 lbs sausage meat, out of casings
2 onions, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/4 cups flour, divided
2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 eggs, slightly beaten
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • in a saute pan cook sausage, onions, pepper, and basil until meat is browned.
  • drain fat stir in 1/4 c flour add tomato sauce, bring to a boil transfer to a greased 13x9x2" pan
  • top with mozarella cheese
  • in a large bowl combine eggs, milk, flour, oil and salt, mix well. stir in parmesan. pour over sausage mixture bake at 425 for 30 minutes or until topping is light brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 800.6, Fat 57.8, SaturatedFat 21.1, Cholesterol 207.3, Sodium 2240, Carbohydrate 28.5, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 6.5, Protein 40.7

MAMA'S FOUR CHEESE UPSIDE DOWN PIZZA



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My mom and dad divorced when I was nine. My dad begged for the recipe for her pizza, but she refused. Her reasoning was if he could live without her, he could live without her pizza. After you taste it, you'll see what cruel and unusual punishment that was. I make this all the time for my family and they love it.

Provided by BamaKathy

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb ground chuck
1 lb Italian sausage, removed from casings
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell peppers or 1 red bell pepper
1 (2 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1 (4 ounce) jar sliced mushrooms, drained
2 (15 ounce) jars pizza sauce or 2 (15 ounce) jars marinara sauce
1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning, crushed
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 eggs
1 cup self rising flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup romano cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • In large skillet, saute ground chuck, onions, sausage, bell pepper, mushrooms, and Italian Seasoning until meat is browned and veggies are tender-crisp. Drain excess fat. Stir in black olives and spread meat mixture into a 13x9 dish that has been sprayed with cooking spray.
  • On top of meat mixture, drizzle pizza sauce evenly. On top of that, sprinkle evenly mozzarella cheese and cheddar.
  • In small bowl with whisk, combine milk, olive oil, eggs, and flour. Mix just until well-moistened and no lumps. Then lightly stir in parmesan and romano. Drizzle evenly over casserole.
  • Bake in 425 oven for 30 minutes or until top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 632, Fat 40.8, SaturatedFat 17.1, Cholesterol 156.8, Sodium 1526.8, Carbohydrate 28.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 36.6

UPSIDE-DOWN PIZZA BAKE



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Love pizza? Turn things upside down with a cheesy hamburger bake.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 small onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 medium green bell pepper, coarsely chopped (1 cup)
2 jars (14 oz each) pizza sauce
1 package (6 oz) diced pepperoni
1 can (2 1/4 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained
2 cups Original Bisquick™ mix
1 cup milk
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups shredded pizza cheese blend (6 oz)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 12-inch skillet, cook beef, onion and bell pepper over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir in pizza sauce, pepperoni and olives; heat until hot. Spoon into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
  • In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk and eggs until blended. Pour evenly over pepperoni mixture.
  • Bake uncovered about 25 minutes or until crust is light brown. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1210 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 2 g

Tips:

  • To ensure perfect caramelization, use a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle for the pizza.
  • Use a combination of butter and olive oil to add flavor and prevent the pizza from sticking.
  • Cook the pizza over medium heat to allow the cheese to melt and the crust to cook evenly.
  • For a crispy crust, use a pizza stone or baking sheet preheated in a hot oven.
  • Experiment with different toppings and fillings to create a unique and delicious pizza.
  • Serve the pizza with your favorite dipping sauce or dressing.

Conclusion:

Upside-down pizza is a fun and creative way to enjoy this classic dish. With its caramelized cheese and crispy crust, it's sure to be a hit with family and friends. So next time you're looking for a unique and delicious pizza recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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