I always like to keep some pizza dough on hand in the freezer for those nights that we just need a quick meal, but there are lots of other things that you can do with the dough in addition to making pizza!

These Garlic Knots are super quick and easy, and there are never any leftover when I make them!  Divide the dough into eight pieces and roll them into ropes using your hands, then tie them in knots and place on a baking sheet.  Mix together  2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, and a 1/2 teaspoon of salt.  Brush the knots with the mixture and bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes.

Make an appetizer of Pepperoni Pinwheels by rolling out the dough into a thin square shape, brush with olive oil and top with pepperoni and mozzarella cheese.  Next roll the dough up into a log like you would a jelly roll, seal the long edge shut and bake at 375 degrees for approximately 20 minutes.  Slice into wheels and serve.

Using the same method as with the Garlic Knots, you can make Pretzels.  Simply make pretzel shapes out of the dough ropes, brush with a beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse salt.  Bake at 375 degrees for 15 to 18 minutes or until they’re golden brown.

One of my favorite things to do with pizza dough is to make Calzones, and my kids particularly love these Ham, Broccoli & Cheese Calzones.  I love having another way to sneak some veggies into the kids!  What’s your favorite thing to make with pizza dough?