Hazel Park Detroit-Style Pizza

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A crispy, chewy pizza with a tangy tomato sauce and melted mozzarella, inspired by local pizzerias in Hazel Park. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 35 minutes pairs pizza dough, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.0 (11 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch round on a floured surface. Brush 1 tbsp olive oil over the dough and sprinkle with 1/2 tsp salt.
  2. Step 2: Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, then scatter 1/4 cup mozzarella. Dot with garlic and drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil.
  3. Step 3: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly. Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and bake 2-3 more minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hazel Park Detroit-Style Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Hazel Park Detroit-Style Pizza?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hazel Park Detroit-Style Pizza?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Hazel Park Detroit-Style Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Hazel Park Detroit-Style Pizza?

American quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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