Pesto / Cherry Tomatoes / Fresh Mozzarella / Kalamata Olives Recipe
Pizza
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 2
Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer it to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3
Add Pesto Sauce
Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 4
Add Toppings
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and scatter them over the pesto. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute it evenly on top. Add the Kalamata olives as well.
- 5
Season the Pizza
Drizzle the olive oil over the toppings, and sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste.
- 6
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or onto the pizza stone) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 7
Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a minute, slice, and serve hot.
