Pizza

Got Leftover Chicken? Make a Mexican Pizza

May 1, 2013
Leftover Mexican Pizza

Wasting food is not my thing. When I have to throw moldy vegetables or leftover chicken into the compost bin, I see dollar bills floating down into my trash. That’s when I decided to add a Leftover Makeover column to my weekly newsletter. This way we’ll both save money if I’m creating recipes for a new column.

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Easy Roasted Garlic and Eggplant Pizza

April 1, 2013
Roasted Garlic and Eggplant Pizza

I’ve had a ton of fun creating an endless variety of homemade pizzas, and I’ll bet my pizzas are far more calorie friendly than the local pizza joint. Merriam-Webster defines a pizza as “a dish made typically of flattened bread dough spread with a savory mixture usually including tomatoes and cheese and often other toppings and [...]

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Why Buy Pizza the Same Old Pizza! Try a Shrimp and Goat Cheese Pizza Instead

October 4, 2012
Shrimp, Asparagus and Goat Cheese Pizza

When it comes to eating out, I’m a pizza or Mexican girl myself. No fancy restaurants for me! If I’m treating myself to a few unnecessary calories then I’m gonna do it up right. Chips and salsa, or maybe a little carne asada? Could be I’m in the mood for a barbecue chicken pizza with [...]

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Pizza Doesn’t Have to be a Diet Breaker! Easy Cheesy Sausage Pizza Muffins

June 8, 2012
Pizza Muffins

I’m a pizza fiend, but those slices of cheesy pizza destroy any dreams I have of keeping my calories in check for the day. I simply can’t stop myself from taking that second - sometimes third - slice.

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I’m in the Mood for Mexican Food

March 2, 2012
Healthy Salsa with Chips

I adore the spicy flavors of Mexican cuisine. I can’t resist a quick salsa of colorful peppers, sweet tomatoes, and tender black beans with a squeeze of lime. It’s the perfect dip for baked chips. If I’m really in need of a treat, I’ll add chunks of pepper jack cheese and creamy avocado. Heaven!

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My Pizza is Better Than Yours – Easy Mushroom Pizza

December 30, 2011
Easy Mushroom Pizza

Okay, maybe my pizza isn’t better than yours, but it’s definitely better than anything the local pizza joint serves up. I could order pizza out, or pick one up at Papa Murphy’s and bake it at home, but I prefer to make my own. That way I control the ingredients, sodium, fat and calories. I’m [...]

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Easy Peasy Pizza and NuNaturals Stevia Winners

June 3, 2011
Tortilla Pizzas

By Friday I’m working on saving a few calories for the weekend. It isn’t unusual for dinner commitments to derail my healthy eating plan, so this easy pizza recipe is a good place to start. It’s low in calories and very satisfying.

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Beefy Beef Mexican Pizza

September 5, 2010
Drick

Marriage is all about compromise, isn’t it? I asked my husband if he wanted pizza for dinner. That was a mistake. I had pictured a heavenly grilled veggie pizza, and began taking ingredients out of the frig. Mike’s response wasn’t what I had in mind. “I’d like beef on my pizza. please.” Hmmmmm. Unfortunately for [...]

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Shrimp Pizzettes – Whoot! Whoot! Happy Hour Friday!

April 16, 2010
Shrimp Pizzettes

I have to say that Happy Hour Friday isn’t about the alcohol for me, it’s all about the appetizers. You’ve probably guessed that by now, considering I don’t post many drink recipes. This week’s happy hour offering is Shrimp Pizzettes. I formulated appetizer recipes in my mind all day long, and finally I settled on [...]

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