In my house, we order pizza every Sunday. That is, unless the pizza shop is closed for a holiday - like EASTER (aka, yesterday). I realize that, as a food writer, you all expect me to cook on Easter. But, 3 hours of lacrosse games gobbled up the afternoon and I didn't have the chance. Nor the inclination. I'd much rather be on the lacrosse field with my boys than anywhere else.
That got me thinking... I adore frozen bread dough. You know, the one-pound loaves sold near the frozen garlic bread? I also love the fresh dough you can find at your favorite market or gourmet pizza shop. Here are TEN ways to utilize the wonderfully chewy, golden brown bread this week!
Parmesan,
Garlic & Herb Dinner Rolls: Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces
and shape the pieces into balls/rolls. Place the rolls on a baking sheet that’s
been coated with cooking spray. Spray the rolls with cooking spray and then
sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and salt-free garlic and herb seasoning.
Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown.
Calzones: Roll the dough
out into a large circle, about 1/2-inch thick. Top one side of dough with
shredded mozzarella cheese, mixed vegetables and pasta sauce. Fold over the
untopped side and pinch the edges together to seal. Transfer the calzone to a
baking sheet that’s been coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400 degrees for
20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
Deep
Dish Pizzas:
Divide the dough in half and press each half into the bottom and slightly up
the sides of two 9-inch cake pans. Top with pizza sauce, shredded cheese and
toppings. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes.
Cinnamon
Rolls:
Roll the
dough out into a 12x15-inch rectangle. Top the dough with 1/2 cup light brown
sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; spread out to make an even layer.
Starting from the shorter end, roll up the dough tightly, like a jellyroll. Cut
the roll crosswise, making twelve 1-inch thick rounds. Place the rounds in two
9-inch round cake pans that have been coated with cooking spray, leaving room
for expansion during baking. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until
puffed up and golden brown.
Pretzel
Knots with Sea Salt:
Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and then tie
the ropes into knots. Place the knots on a baking sheet that’s been coated with
cooking spray. Spray the knots with cooking spray and season with coarse sea
salt. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until deep brown.
Sesame
Bread Sticks:
Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a rope, about 8-10
inches long. Place the ropes on a baking sheet that’s been coated with cooking
spray. Spray the ropes with cooking spray and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Season
with salt if desired. Bake at 400 degrees for 15-20 minutes, until golden
brown.
Chicken
Pot Pie:
Spoon your favorite chicken pot pie filling into a baking or casserole dish.
Roll the dough into a shape slightly larger than the top of your baking dish.
Place the dough over the chicken filling and pinch the edges to seal the dough
to the dish. Using a sharp knife, make several small slits in the dough to
allow steam to escape during baking. Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes,
until the dough is golden brown.
Pepperoni
Bread:
Roll the dough out into a large circle, about 1/2-inch thick. Top the dough
with thinly sliced turkey pepperoni. Roll up the dough tightly and transfer the
loaf to a baking sheet that’s been coated with cooking spray. Bake at 400
degrees for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
Focaccia
with Rosemary and Olives: Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about
1/2-inch thick. Brush the dough with olive oil and then top with chopped fresh
rosemary and sliced kalamata (Greek olives). Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25
minutes, until golden brown.
Bread
Bowl for Soup and/or Chili: Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape
each piece into a ball/roll. Place the rolls on a baking sheet that’s been
coated with cooking spray. Coat the rolls with cooking spray. Bake at 400
degrees for 15-20 minutes, until the rolls are golden brown. Slice off the top
of each roll and scoop out some of the bread to allow room for soup or chili.
Spoon hot soup or chili into the rolls and serve immediately.
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