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If you love the flavors of Caprese, you will love this pizza. It’s a favorite of ours. The basil comes to the party dressed up as pesto, which is spread over the dough. Fresh tomatoes and mozzarella are layered on top. A quick, easy, and delicious summer meal.
Pesto and Tomato Pizza
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Caprese-style pizza with basil pesto, fresh tomato, and mozzarella. Quick, easy, and delicious!
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: caprese pizza
Servings: 1 pizza
Ingredients
- pizza dough for 1 pizza
- 4 ounces basil pesto
- 1 medium tomato, sliced thin
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
Instructions
Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
Shape dough into a rectangle on a sheet pan that has been brushed lightly with olive oil.
Spread an even layer of pesto on the dough. Top with tomato slices and mozzarella slices.
Bake for 15 minutes or until crust is brown and cheese is bubbly. Sprinkle with basil if desired. Slice an enjoy!
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