As you’re breaking out the caviar and white truffles for pampering the grown-ups on your guest list, consider offering the kids a special “party pizza” of their own. Individual 3 or 4 ounce dough balls are great for the little ones. Wood Stone Home oven owner Dean Taylor of Indiana sends this fun suggestion for Mac and Cheese Pizza! Scatter a thin layer of shredded mozzarella over the pizza dough and then top with crème fraiche. (Tell the kids it’s just the part that makes it so creamy and good!) Cover with a layer of pre-cooked elbow macaroni and bake as usual. Top with shredded cheddar and return to the oven for another 30 seconds or so to melt. Yummy! I like to jazz it up just a bit for an adult palate by adding Worcestershire sauce to the crème fraiche, thinly sliced tomatoes over the macaroni and using an extra-sharp cheddar cheese. Another kids’ favorite is the breakfast pizza. Simply scatter some cheese over the crust, whisk a couple of eggs with salt and pepper and pour evenly over the top. Bake as usual. Of course you can add crumbled bacon bits, diced ham, sausage, green onions or whatever suits your fancy. Whole eggs cracked “Sunny-side Up” style works as well. This is a perfect way to feed a hungry crew of houseguests breakfast while cleaning out your frig at the same time! -Chef Ann |
