Best 5 Upside Down Red Cheesy Pizza Recipes

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**Indulge in a Unique Culinary Creation: Upside-Down Red Cheesy Pizza**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that flips the traditional pizza concept on its head – the Upside-Down Red Cheesy Pizza. This innovative dish takes pizza to a whole new level, featuring a crispy, golden-brown crust topped with a layer of melted mozzarella cheese, a tangy tomato sauce, and a medley of your favorite toppings. Embark on a delectable journey as we explore the step-by-step recipes for the upside-down red cheesy pizza, along with variations that cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary adventures. From the classic Margherita to the indulgent Meat Lovers, Vegetarian Delight, and Vegan Fiesta, this article offers a tantalizing array of upside-down pizza recipes, ensuring that every palate finds its perfect match. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this showstopping dish that combines the familiar flavors of pizza with an unexpected twist.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CAST-IRON PIZZA



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound frozen store-bought pizza dough, thawed and risen
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup store-bought pizza sauce
1/2 cup pepperoni
4 ounces fresh mozzarella pearls
1/4 cup torn fresh basil

Steps:

  • Place a 12-inch cast-iron skillet in the oven and preheat to 500 degrees F.
  • Meanwhile, roll or stretch the dough into a 14-inch circle. Carefully remove the skillet from the oven. Drizzle two thirds of the olive oil into the skillet, then carefully transfer the dough to the skillet, pressing the dough up the edges. Spread the sauce over the dough, making sure to get all the way to the edges. Shingle the pepperoni over the sauce and top with the mozzarella pearls. Brush the exposed dough with the remaining olive oil. Bake on the bottom rack until golden brown, 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Transfer to a cutting board, top with torn basil, cut into slices and serve.

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 PIZZA



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If you like pizza, I think you'll enjoy this recipe. I like making this better than regular pizza because I don't have to make a crust.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons plus 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup 2% milk
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a saucepan, cook sausage, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in 2 tablespoons flour, basil and fennel. Add tomato sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. , Transfer to an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese. Place remaining 1 cup flour in a large bowl. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, oil, salt and, if desired, Parmesan cheese. Stir into flour until blended; pour over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, until browned, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 794mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

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

EASY CHEESE PIZZA



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Dinner ready in just 25 minutes! Enjoy this cheesy pizza made using Bisquick® Original baking mix. Perfect if you love Italian cuisine.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 1/2 cups Bisquick™ Original baking mix
1/3 cup very hot water
1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (6 ounces)

Steps:

  • Move oven rack to lowest position. Heat oven to 450°. Grease 12-inch pizza pan. Stir baking mix and water until soft dough forms.
  • Pat dough in pizza pan, using fingers dipped in baking mix; pinch edge, forming 1/2-inch rim. Spread pizza sauce over crust. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until crust is brown and cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1060 mg

Tips:

  • Prepare the dough in advance: You can make the dough up to 24 hours ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator. This will save you time on the day you want to make the pizza.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The cheese is one of the most important ingredients in this pizza, so make sure to use a good quality cheese that melts well. Mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan are all good choices.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza: When you are adding the toppings to the pizza, be sure not to overcrowd it. Otherwise, the pizza will be difficult to cook evenly.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature: The pizza should be baked at a high temperature (450 degrees Fahrenheit or 230 degrees Celsius) so that the crust gets crispy and the cheese melts.

Conclusion:

The upside-down red cheesy pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a party or a family meal. With its crispy crust, gooey cheese, and flavorful toppings, this pizza is sure to be a hit. So next time you are looking for a fun and delicious meal, give this upside-down red cheesy pizza a try.

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