PESTO PIZZA WITH FRESH TOMATOES & MOZZARELLA
Pesto Pizza is the perfect delicious change from a regular Pizza Margherita, a creamy Pesto makes the perfect base, then topped with slices of fresh tomatoes and shredded mozzarella. Pizza night never tasted so good!
Provided by Rosemary Molloy
Categories Main Course
Time 32m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Make homemade Pizza Dough as per instructions, let dough** rest for approximately 15-20 minutes before rolling
- Pre heat oven to 425 F (220 C).
- Shape the dough into a lightly greased pizza or cookie sheet, spread the Arugula Pesto or Basil Pesto (if you prefer) on top, then top with shredded mozzarella and sliced tomatoes. Drizzle with a tablespoon of olive oil and sprinkle with a little salt. Bake for approximately 10-12 minutes or until crust is baked and cheese is melted. Let sit 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
- **Whether store bought or homemade pizza dough should rest for approximately 20 minutes before shaping into a round or oval shape. It keeps the dough from springing back when shaping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Sodium 1060 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PESTO PIZZA WITH FRESH TOMATOES & MOZZARELLA
Loaded with basil pesto, fresh tomatoes and mozzarella, pesto pizza is the ultimate summer pizza.
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 (Makes two 12x8-inch pizzas)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine the flour, olive oil, yeast, salt and water in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook. Mix on low speed until the dough comes together. Increase the speed to medium-low and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled large bowl. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a damp kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size, about 1 hour.
- When the dough has risen, punch it down and place it on a lightly floured surface. Cut in half and roll each part into a ball. Cover the dough balls with a damp kitchen towel and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes (the dough will rise a bit).
- Meanwhile, set an oven rack in the bottom position and preheat the oven to 500°F. Sprinkle the cornmeal on an 18x13-inch baking sheet; set aside. Cut the tomatoes crosswise into ⅛-inch-thick slices and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain the juices.
- Lightly dust a work surface with flour, and then press and stretch the rested dough into two 12x8-inch rectangles. If the dough is sticky, dust it lightly with flour. Place the two pizza doughs side-by-side on the cornmeal-dusted baking sheet. Press the dough out again so that it almost touches the edges of the pan.
- Spread ⅓ cup of the pesto evenly over the pizzas (2½ tablespoons each), leaving a 1-inch border. Bake on the bottom rack for 4 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven; and then top the pizzas with the mozzarella cheese, followed by the tomato slices and Parmigiano-Reggiano. Season each pizza with an ⅛-teaspoon salt and a few grinds fresh black pepper. Place the pizzas back in the oven and bake until the crust is crisp and golden, 6 to 8 minutes more. Transfer the pizzas to a cutting board. Drizzle the remaining pesto over the pizzas and sprinkle with the fresh basil. Cut into slices and serve immediately.
- Note: Active dry yeast may be used instead of instant/rapid-rise yeast, however, the dough will take longer to rise. To give active dry yeast a boost, you can dissolve it in the warm water and let it sit until frothy, about 10 minutes. After that, add it to the flour, olive oil, and salt, and proceed with the recipe.
- Make Ahead Instructions: Once the dough has completed it's initial rise, and you've cut it in half to form two balls, lightly coat each dough ball with olive oil. Place the dough ball(s) into a freezer bag and seal shut, squeezing out all the air. Refrigerate for 1 to 2 days. When ready to use, let the dough sit out on the countertop for 30 minutes to warm up before stretching.
- Freezer-Friendly Instructions: The dough can be frozen for up to 3 months. When ready to use, defrost in the refrigerator overnight (or for at least 12 hours), and then let it warm up on the countertop for about 30 minutes before stretching.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 950, Fat 57g, Carbohydrate 80g, Protein 32g, SaturatedFat 10g, Sugar 3g, Fiber 6g, Sodium 1663mg, Cholesterol 60mg
ITALIAN-STYLE PIZZAS
With prepared pesto and pizza crusts, this recipe comes together in a flash. It makes two, and we love that we each get our own Italian style pizza! I like to complete the meal with a salad and fresh fruit. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 2 pizzas.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place crusts on an ungreased baking sheet; spread with pesto. Layer with mozzarella cheese, onion, mushrooms and peppers; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 400° until cheese is melted, 10-12 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 820mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
PESTO GENOVESE (AUTHENTIC ITALIAN BASIL PESTO)
An authentic Genoese pesto. It's straight from Italy and you won't find a better recipe! This calls for a spoonful of pecorino cheese, but you could also use all Parmesan in a pinch. To store in fridge for up to 1 month: place pesto in a jar, cover with olive oil, and top with a lid.
Provided by MadameDanielaMoscaToba
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Crush garlic using a mortar and pestle. Add pine nuts; crush with the garlic. Add basil leaves gradually, making circular movements with the pestle, until a smooth paste forms.
- Mix Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese and pecorino Romano cheese using a wooden spoon. Stir in olive oil until pesto is blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 22.6 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 125.1 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
ITALIAN PESTO PIZZAS
These individual pizzas, ready in 30 minutes or less, give you good reason not to call out for dinner. The pesto base makes the kitchen smell wonderful while it's baking. -Kelly Evans, Kalamazoo, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet; spread with pesto. Layer with mozzarella cheese, spinach, mushrooms, yellow pepper, tomato, onion, Parmesan cheese, olives if desired and pepper flakes., Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted. Top pizzas with basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 430 calories, Fat 19g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 813mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
PESTO PIZZA
A great alternative to your regular pizza.
Provided by SKWms
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Italian
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Spread pesto on pizza crust. Top with tomatoes, bell peppers, olives, red onions, artichoke hearts and feta cheese.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.7 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 35.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 936.8 mg, Sugar 3.7 g
ITALIAN BREAD CREAMY PESTO PEPPERONI PIZZA
These are awesome! Crusty unsliced Italian bread is a must for this recipe, regular unsliced soft bread will not hold up. The ricotta mixture can be prepared well in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 8 pizzas
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place one oven rack in upper-third of the oven, and the second oven rack on the lower third.
- Heat oven to 450°F (regular or convection air-bake).
- Half each loaf lengthwise, then crosswise to make 8 pizza crusts.
- In a bowl combine ricotta, pesto, Parmesan, salt and pepper.
- Spread on the bread crusts.
- Sprinkle the olives on top of the ricotta.
- Top with pepperoni slices.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Place 4 pizzas on one baking sheet and the other 4 on another baking sheet.
- Place on sheet on one rack and the other on the other rack.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes (the cheese should be well melted).
- Cool for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 736.1, Fat 37.7, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 110.5, Sodium 1654.1, Carbohydrate 62.6, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.8, Protein 35.2
EASY PESTO PIZZA
Our Test Kitchen kneaded basil, oregano and Parmesan cheese into packaged bread dough for this full-flavored crust. Purchased pesto sauce keeps it big on taste and convenience.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place dough on a lightly floured surface; let rest for 10 minutes. Knead in 1/4 cup cheese, basil and oregano. Roll into a 12-in. circle; place on a greased 14-in. pizza pan. Prick with a fork. Bake for 10 minutes., Spread pesto sauce over the crust. Sprinkle with mushrooms, mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan cheese. Bake until golden brown, 8-10 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 513mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
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