Family Night Means Pizza

I have to admit, we generally take lots of shortcuts on pizza night. I can get already cooked pizza bases at the grocery store. All they need are the toppings.

We set out a selection of pizza toppings.

A variety of sliced meats - pepperoni, sausage, salami.
A variety of vegetables - sliced red onion, peppers, mushrooms, olives, sweetcorn.
A variety of cheeses - mozzarella, parmigiano, goat's cheese (for me)
Extra bits - anchovies, capers, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt and pepper

And then, we create!

The boys each have their own style.

Thing 1 gets creative and makes patterns and designs with his pizza.

Thing 2 just dumps it all on. He tends to put it all in one big lump at one side, so needs a bit more help yet.

Paul likes a bit of everything, including the anchovies and the capers. Then tops it off with a thick layer of mozzarella cheese.

I like a lot of veggies, and not much meat these days. I especially like putting soft goat's cheese, red onions, and balsamic vinegar on mine.

It may be seen as a crime, but I don't get fancy with the pizza sauce. I use tomato paste (tomato puree double concentrate). Spoon a bit of that on each pizza snd you're good to go.

Add whatever toppings you like. Don't forget the cheese.

A good grating of parmigiano on top followed by a spray of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a good grinding of black pepper.

Then into the oven for about 15 minutes.