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Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella Cheese & Rustic Basil Pesto Pizza

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Heirloom Tomato, Mozzarella Cheese & Rustic Basil Pesto Pizza

25 minutes total

Replace tomato sauce with pesto sauce on your next homemade pizza for a flavorful twist!

Homemade Pizza Recipe with Rustic Basil Pesto
Tired of the same old homemade pizza recipe? Then give this pesto pizza recipe a try! Replace tomato sauce with rustic basil pesto and top with sweet heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and freshly ground pepper for a for a tantalizing twist on your usual pie. Pizza night will never be the same!

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Ingredients

Serves 6

3/4 Jar Barilla® Rustic Basil Pesto, divided
1 Ready-made 12-inch pizza crust
1 Pint heirloom cherry tomatoes, sliced into rounds
1 Cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ Cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, grated
To taste Salt and fresh cracked black pepper
5 Basil leaves, sliced thin

Disclaimer

Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.

Method

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450° F.

Step 2

Place pizza crust onto a cookie sheet. Top with ½ jar of pesto and spread evenly.

Step 3

Gently place the tomatoes around the pizza, season with salt and pepper and top with cheese.

Step 4

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until fully cooked and cheese is bubbling and melted.

Step 5

Remove pizza from the oven then drizzle with remaining pesto and garnish with basil.

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Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto
Pesto Sauce

Pesto Sauce

Rustic Basil Pesto Sauce

Barilla Rustic Basil Pesto sauce is imported from Italy and made with high-quality ingredients like fragrant Italian basil and freshly grated Italian cheeses. It is a flavorful complement to a variety of dishes your whole family will enjoy.

  • Pack size 6.5 oz.
  • Range Pesto Sauce
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