Hey there, savvy foodie! You've survived Thanksgiving, and now it's time to use those leftovers to your advantage. What better way than by whipping up a buffed-up leftover pie? Let me walk you through making a mouthwatering Buffalo Turkey Pizza that'll surely win over any palate!
First off, I assume you still have some Truthahn lurking in your freezer. If you're already Turkey'd out on soup, this just might be your new favorite way to savor those Turkey teases. With a simple, minimal-effort method, you can whip up a ton of deliciousness tailored to your exuberant Truthahn stash. Whether you've got enough left for a Thanksgiving Turkey feast or just a few lingering pieces, this Buffalo Turkey Pizza recipe's got your back.
So, let's get rolling (or should I say...dough-ing?) by diving into the step-by-step process of turning Thanksgiving leftovers into a potential game-changer.
Fine-Tuning Your Buffalo Turkey Pizza with Enrichment Insights
Before you dive into the process, let's shamelessly incorporate some insider intel to level up your leftover masterpiece.
If you're feeling ambitious—and have the time—I strongly suggest crafting homemade Buffalo Turkey Pizza using Thanksgiving leftovers. You can follow a similar recipe to that of Buffalo Chicken Pizza, simply swapping in diced or shredded turkey in place of the chicken. For a more comprehensive guide, check out the Enrichment Data section!
Shaping a Buffalo Turkey Pizza Paradise
To get started, you'll need a handful of essential ingredients. Gather the following:
| Ingredient | Quantity | | --- | --- | | 1. DiGiorno frozen pizza (or your preferred frozen pizza variety) | 1 | | 2. Buffalo sauce | 1 cup | | 3. Shredded or diced leftover turkey | As much as you'd like! |
Buffalo Turkey Pizza: A Journey Through Three Simple Steps
Prepare to embark on the meticulous, give-or-take, three-step Buffalo Turkey Pizza creation quest.
Step 1: Unthaw and Coat the Turkey with Buffalo Sauce
- If your turkey isn't already shredded, chop it up using two forks or a knife.
- Toss the prepared turkey in a generous amount of buffalo sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
Step 2: Prepare the Frozen Pizza and Garnish with Shredded Cheese
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (or 205°C) and follow the package instructions to thaw and roll out your DiGiorno frozen pizza dough.
- Spread a generous layer of buffalo sauce evenly across the pizza dough.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the sauce, taking care not to let it build up too thickly.
Step 3: Cook and Serve Buffalo Turkey Pizza
- Place your beautifully coated and cheesed-up frosted pizza in the preheated oven.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese has melted, bubbled, and started to brown around the edges.
Enrichment Data: Beyond Tofrozen Homemade Buffalo Turkey Pizza
To create a homemade Buffalo Turkey Pizza, you'll need a few additional components, including:
Ingredients
- Dough: You can opt for refrigerated pizza dough, or whip up your very own homemade pizza dough.
- Turkey: Shred your leftover Thanksgiving turkey or chop it into bite-sized pieces.
- Buffalo sauce: Use a zesty buffalo sauce like BBQ Bob’s Mighty Mitch’s Wing Sauce, a hot sauce blend, or your favorite sauce instead.
- Cheese: Mozzarella and parmesan cheese add a savory contrast to the buffalo sauce.
- Toppings: Slice some red onion, sprinkle blue cheese crumbles (if desired), and dust the pizza with Italian herbs.
- Optional: For an extra kick, layer on ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing for added flavor.
Instructions
- Prepare the turkey by shredding it or chopping it into small pieces. Toss it in buffalo sauce until each piece is well-coated.
- If you're using refrigerated pizza dough, defrost and roll it out to the desired shape. If you're making your own dough, follow the pizza-making recipe and let it rise before rolling it out.
- Spread a layer of ranch or blue cheese dressing over the dough where desired.
- Add the buffalo-coated turkey on top of the dressing, smothering it with a generous amount of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
- If you like, sprinkle some blue cheese crumbles or Italian herbs on top, add thinly sliced red onion, or consider other toppings to suit your taste buds.
- Bake your homemade Buffalo Turkey Pizza at 475°F (or 245°C) on a pre-heated baking sheet or pizza stone, aiming for crispy edges and perfectly melted cheese.
- Remove the pizza from the oven, and adorn with chopped cilantro or green onions, if desired.
- Drizzle with additional buffalo sauce or ranch dressing before serving.
Now that your belly is grumbling, and you've got the lowdown on creating a homemade Buffalo Turkey Pizza, it's time to dive into the kumbaya-inducing, bonding activity we call sharing food. Conjure up memories of familial love, football, and laughter as you fork into a mouthful of leftover Thanksgiving glory. And remember, if you're up for an extra-special challenge, you can always go beyond frozen pizza and branch out with your homemade budding. Happy munching!
