Ingredients

1/2 cup commercial no-salt-added spaghetti sauce
4 English muffins , split and toasted
2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
16 slices ripe plum tomatoes ( , 1/4 inch thick )
4 slices Canadian bacon , quartered
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/4 cup finely shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
Tomato and Cheese Mini-Pizzas are a delicious and easy snack that can be enjoyed by both kids and adults alike. They are perfect for a movie night in or as a quick lunch on a busy day. The beauty of this recipe is that it is open to customization, with toppings such as peppers, onions or mushrooms making a great addition to the mini-pizza. This snack is a great way to satisfy your pizza cravings without the hassle of making your own dough!

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2.Spread each English muffin half with 1 tablespoon of the spaghetti sauce.
3.Sprinkle the parmesan cheese evenly onto each muffin half.
4.Top each half with 2 slices of tomato and 2 pieces of bacon.
5.Sprinkle the minced basil and mozzarella cheese evenly over each muffin half.
6.Place the pizza muffins onto a baking sheet.
7.Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve and enjoy!

PROS

This mini-pizza is a quick and easy snack that can be made in less than 30 minutes.

The use of English muffins makes for a light and airy crust, while the ripe plum tomatoes and Canadian bacon add a savory and slightly sweet taste.

It can be customized by adding other toppings if desired.

CONS

The mini-pizzas are relatively high in calories and salt.

They are not suitable for people with gluten intolerance as the English muffins contain wheat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest snack, this recipe does offer some health benefits.
The tomato sauce provides a good source of lycopene, which has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer.
The use of Canadian bacon adds a good source of protein to the snack.

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