Cooking With Kids

	Deluxe Turkey Club Pizza

	Ingredients 1 refrigerated pizza crust 2 tablespoons sesame seed (optional) 3 slices of cooked ham, cut into 1-inch pieces 1/4 cup light or regular mayonnaise 1/2 - 1 teaspoons grated lemon peel 1/2 cup (4 oz.) shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil leaves 1/4 lb. cooked turkey breast slices, cut into 1-inch strips 2 small Italian plum tomatoes or 1 small tomato, thinly sliced 1/4 cup (2 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese Fresh basil leaves, if desired Directions: Heat oven to 425ºF. Lightly spray 12 -inch pizza pan or 13x9-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray. Unroll dough; place in sprayed pan. Starting at center, press out dough to edge of pan. Sprinkle sesame seed evenly over dough. Bake at 425ºF for 10 to 12 minutes, or until crust is light golden brown. In small bowl, combine mayonnaise and lemon peel; blend well. Remove partially baked crust from oven. Spread mayonnaise mixture over crust. Top with Monterey Jack cheese, sliced basil, turkey, cooked bacon and tomatoes. Sprinkle with Swiss cheese. Return to oven; bake an additional 7 to 9 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted. Garnish with fresh basil leaves. Nutritional Facts Per Serving: Calories: 270 Fat: 13 g Saturated fat: 6 g Cholesterol: 50 mg Sodium: 550 mg Protein: 17 g Total Carbohydrates: 20 g Calcium: 22% DV Turkey is a good choice for a meal because it’s a source of essential protein. Remember, the Food Guide Pyramid recommends 2 to 3 servings of protein-rich foods a day. Why is protein so important? Your body needs it to build muscle and all body tissues. Of course there is more to pizza than just a topping. While melted cheese is perfect for holding the topping on, it also adds important nutrients like calcium and other minerals and vitamins needed to support bone growth that occurs during the school-age years. Balance this pizza meal by adding a mixed green salad and some fresh fruit for dessert. You’ll have a hearty, satisfying meal, packed with nutrients. Servings: 6 Prep Time: 35 mins Cook Time: 17-21 mins