Looking for a quick, fun, and family-friendly dinner idea that doesn’t require hours in the kitchen?
These easy pizza subs are the perfect solution. Combining the best of two beloved favourites—pizza and sandwiches—this meal is fast, customizable, and totally kid-approved.
Even better, it’s a great way to get the kids involved in dinner prep. Let them choose their own toppings and build their subs just the way they like them—no picky eaters here! Whether you’re in need of a weeknight time-saver or just want to switch things up, this delicious twist on pizza night will hit the spot.
Here are two classic combos to get you started.
DIY Pizza Sub Bar
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Makes: 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 2 (12-inch) whole grain buns, cut in half
Canadian Classic
- White mushrooms, sliced
- Bacon, cooked
- Pre-cooked pepperoni slices
- Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
- Pizza or garlic alfredo sauce
Deluxe
- Green peppers, sliced into rings
- White mushrooms, sliced
- Crimini mushrooms, sliced
- Red/purple onions, sliced
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- Cheddar cheese, shredded
- Pre-cooked pepperoni slices
- Pizza or garlic alfredo sauce
Directions:
- Prep listed ingredients into desired shapes and sizes and place into individual bowls.
- Open a couple jars of your favourite pizza sauces including pizza/marinara sauce and a creamy garlic alfredo sauce and place a spoon in each jar.
- Pre-slice whole grain submarine buns.
- Starting with your chosen sauce, assemble individual pizza buns with desired toppings then place onto a lined baking tray.
- Bake at 300°F (150°F) for a few minutes or until buns have crisped and cheese melts.
- Remove from oven and enjoy.
Recipe courtesy of News Canada via mushrooms.ca.
