Pesto Pizza Recipe
Fresh mozzarella and basil pesto sauce drizzle and garnish of basil. Topped with our signature cheese and spice blend. (nut free)
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.
Prepare the Dough
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza peel or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Add the Pesto
Spread the basil pesto sauce evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Add Cheese
Tear the fresh mozzarella into small pieces and distribute them evenly over the pesto sauce.
Season the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the top, then sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper flakes.
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 bubbly.
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.
