Margarita Pizza With a Twist

5m
Prep Time
10-15m
Cook Time
15m
Ready In


"This is 'almost' your basic margarita pizza - but with a twist. I add pesto and roasted red peppers to the basic tomato sauce; then, Fresh mozzarella and basil is a must; and, fresh tomato and parmesan is also key in my recipe. And, if you are a bit adventurous ... add some minced anchovies - I happen to love them. Now, whether you make your own crust; or, buy something pre-made; that is up to you. You can also buy pizza dough from local pizza shops as well. Use whatever you feel comfortable with. So, this pizza is more about the toppings - not the crust. Cooking times and methods will really vary; depending on the type of crust and method you are using."

Original is 5 servings
  • CRUST
  • TOPPING
  • Garnish

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (231.1 g)
  • Calories 274
  • Total Fat - 17.4 g
  • Saturated Fat - 8.4 g
  • Cholesterol - 37 mg
  • Sodium - 623.8 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 10.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 2.4 g
  • Sugars - 5.9 g
  • Protein - 19.1 g
  • Calcium - 606 mg
  • Iron - 0.9 mg
  • Vitamin C - 88.2 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Sauce ... Add the pesto, roasted red peppers, and tomato sauce to a small food processor; and, pulse until smooth. Let it rest 30 minutes to a hour before using, to develop all the flavors.

Step 2

Pizza Crust ... Now, the pizza crust will depend how you cook your pizza. Whether you are using a pre-made crust; store bought (canned or frozen), or making your own. You want to use what method you would normally use; or, follow package directions. You can cook directly on the grates (if grilling); on a sheet pan or pizza stone, in the oven.

Step 3

I normally roll my crust out on a little flour/corn meal mix, top with all of my ingredients; and, transfer to my pizza peel. Then, into the oven on my preheated pizza stone - dusted with a little corn meal. Grilling pizza is a different method, all together. Then, you can always use a premade crust as well. So, you really need to pick a method you have made before. This recipe is all about the toppings.

Step 4

Toppings ... After the dough has been rolled out; brush your pizza with a little olive oil; and go lightly. Next, the sauce; again - DO NOT over sauce; and keep it about 1/2 from the edge. Add the mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and parmesan cheese. Now, I love anchovies, I understand that many dont; but, I love to add some minced anchovies to mine. Again - this is OPTIONAL.

Step 5

Bake ... About 10-15 minutes on 425 degrees until golden brown and bubbly. Remember, this can be baked on a sheet pan, pizza stone, grill, etc; so, cooking times can really vary. You should pick a method you are comfortable with; and, have made before. I have friends who swear by a 500 degree oven; and, others who use a 400 degree oven on a baking sheet. Yet, they all seem to come out just fine. Again; follow package directions or pizza directions you are used to.

Step 6

Finish and Serve ... Once the pizza is golden brown and bubbly; remove from the oven; and, finish with plenty of torn basil. Dig in and ENJOY! A cold beer or glass of wine, and salad - dinner is served. ENJOY!

Step 7

Note ... With this pizza, I think more is less - don't over sauce, or add too much cheese. All the good ingredients will stand their own.

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