Pepperoni Pizza Muffins

• pepperoni1 3⁄4 cups

  finely chopped

• green bell pepper1

  seeded and finely chopped

• mushroom stems and pieces↗1 can (10 ounce)

  very well drainded (squeeze out any excess moisture with hands)

• onion↗1

  finely chopped

• monterey jack cheese↗1 1⁄4 cups

  grated

• pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)1⁄2 cup
• garlic powder (or to taste, I use 2 tsps.)2 teaspoons
• crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• large eggs↗5

  slightly beaten

• cooking oil1⁄4 cup
• all-purpose flour↗1 1⁄4 cups
• baking powder↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Set oven to 350 degrees.

2. 2

   Prepare 12 muffin tins with paper liners.

3. 3

   In a bowl combine the pepperoni, green pepper, mushrooms, onion, grated cheese, pizza sauce, garlic powder and chilies; mix well to comine.

4. 4

   Add in eggs and oil; mix well to combine.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, mix together flour and baking powder.

6. 6

   Add to the wet mixture and mix with a wooden spoon until smooth.

7. 7

   Spoon and divide the mixture evenly into muffin tins.

8. 8

   Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until lightly browned.

9. 9

   Serve warm or cooled.

10. 10

    Store any leftover muffins wrapped in the refrigerator or freeze.