Recipes for Frozen Pizza Unopened

Safe ways to use frozen pizza unopened past its expiration date

Frozen Pizza Pie

Frozen Pizza Pie

A unique twist on frozen pizza by turning it into a flavorful pie.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
15 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 slightly expired frozen pizza, unopened
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to the temperature specified on the frozen pizza packaging.
  2. Remove the frozen pizza from its packaging without thawing.
  3. Place the frozen pizza on a baking sheet.
  4. Top the frozen pizza with shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced pepperoni, grated Parmesan cheese, and chopped fresh basil.
  5. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven according to the recommended cooking time on the frozen pizza packaging.
  6. Once cooked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Pizza Toast

Pizza Toast

Transform expired frozen pizza into a tasty and quick pizza toast.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen pizza (unopened, past expiration date but still safe to consume)
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1/4 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 4 slices of bread

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Remove the frozen pizza from its packaging and let it thaw slightly.
  3. Carefully separate the crust from the toppings using a knife or your hands.
  4. Spread pizza sauce or marinara sauce evenly on one side of each bread slice.
  5. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet, sauce side up.
  6. Top each slice with mozzarella cheese, black olives, mushrooms, bell peppers, and pepperoni.
  7. Cut the crust of the frozen pizza into small cubes and scatter them over the toppings.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute before serving.
  10. Enjoy your delicious pizza toast!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Pizza Quesadillas

Pizza Quesadillas

A delicious and easy way to use expired frozen pizza by turning it into cheesy quesadillas.

Prep time:
10 minutes
Cook time:
10 minutes
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen pizza (unopened, past expiration date but still safe to consume)
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup diced red onions
  • 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  2. Remove the frozen pizza from its packaging and let it thaw slightly.
  3. Carefully separate the crust from the toppings using a knife or your hands.
  4. Spread marinara sauce evenly over one side of the crust.
  5. Layer mozzarella cheese, bell peppers, black olives, red onions, and pepperoni on top of the sauce.
  6. Place the other half of the pizza crust on top, creating a sandwich.
  7. Brush both sides of the pizza quesadilla with olive oil.
  8. Place the quesadilla in the preheated skillet or griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
  9. Remove from heat and let it cool for a minute before cutting into wedges.
  10. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: easy
Pizza Pasta Bake

Pizza Pasta Bake

A comforting and flavorful pasta bake made with slightly expired frozen pizza.

Prep time:
15 minutes
Cook time:
30 minutes
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • 1 frozen pizza (unopened)
  • 8 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  3. While the pasta is cooking, remove the frozen pizza from its packaging and cut it into small bite-sized pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the pizza pieces, cooked penne pasta, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, chopped basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  8. Garnish with additional fresh basil, if desired.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!
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⚠️Difficulty level: medium

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