Bacon-Cheeseburger Pizza

Monday night's dinner was Bacon-Cheeseburger Pizza.  DH thought it was "pretty good!", I liked it!  Quick and easy and I think it's kid-friendly, perfect for busy moms or dads!

Bacon-Cheeseburger Pizza
1 can pizza dough (I use Pillsbury thin crust)
1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
Pizza sauce (a cup or so) or use a can of it from the store
4 slices crisp, cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup shredded cheddar

1 cup shredded mozzarella

1. Unroll pizza dough on a greased baking sheet. Stab with fork a few times (helps prevent air bubbles).  Bake in a 400° F oven for 5-8 minutes or until lightly browned.

2. While crust is baking, in a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until meat is brown and onion is tender.  Drain.  Stir in pizza sauce with the meat.  Spread meat sauce on crust.  Sprinkle with cheese. Top with bacon (and red pepper flakes if you want).  Bake about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbly.

The Best Pizza Sauce (from Mel's Kitchen Cafe)

*Makes enough for 2 16-18 inch pizzas

1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 small can tomato paste
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic salt
pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Combine all ingredients in food processor or blender and blend until desired consistency. All the seasonings can be modified depending on taste – add what you like! 

This sauce freezes well!  I love that it is no cook and you just add seasonings to taste!