Kids can make this pizza recipe

Have fun with this new take on pizza. Get the kids involved for more fun. For a step-by-step video demonstration, check out www.theindependent.com/simplycooking.



Pizza on a Stick

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

1 cup sliced pepperoni

1 cup sliced Italian sausage

1⁄2 French bread loaf, toasted and cubed

1⁄2 green pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces

1⁄2 cup large fresh mushrooms, quartered

1⁄2 cup zucchini slices

1⁄4 cup Italian dressing

1⁄4 cup shredded mozzarella

1 cup spaghetti sauce, warmed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Slice bread into 1 inch pieces. Cut each slice further into four cubes.

Place bread in toaster oven on broil until lightly toasted.

Thread meat, pre-toasted bread and vegetables onto skewers.

Arrange loaded skewers in a single layer on a baking sheet and brush with Italian dressing.

Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake at 350 degrees F for 20 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Serve with warm spaghetti sauce for dipping.

Recipe from: "Emeril Live," the Food Network