Pepperoni Pizza Buns
Ingredients:
- 2 packs of hamburger buns
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup pepperoni slices
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: sliced olives, bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the Buns:
- Take the hamburger buns and slice them in half horizontally.
- Arrange the bun halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
- Spread the Pizza Sauce:
- Spoon pizza sauce evenly over each bun half, spreading it to the edges.
- Add the Toppings:
- Place a generous amount of pepperoni slices on top of the sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pepperoni.
- Optionally, add other toppings like sliced olives, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
- Seasoning:
- Drizzle olive oil over the toppings.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper evenly over the buns.
- Enhance with Parmesan (Optional):
- If you like a little extra cheesy goodness, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the top.
- Bake:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown.
- Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Slice the pizza buns into smaller pieces if desired.
- Serve warm and enjoy your delicious homemade pepperoni pizza buns!
Feel free to customize the recipe with your favorite pizza toppings or experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor. These pizza buns are perfect for a quick and tasty snack or as a party appetizer.
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