Pesto Pizza with Prosciutto & Arugula

Name: Pesto Pizza with Prosciutto & Arugula
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 Pound Dough (Store-Bought); 1 Jar Barilla® Creamy Genovese Pesto; ¾ Cup Mozzarella, Shredded; 6 Slices Prosciutto; 1 Cup Arugula

30 minutes

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This pizza recipe pairs rich and fresh flavors for a simple yet refined result. Barilla^® Creamy Genovese Pesto creates a flavorful base, topped with melted mozzarella and finished with delicate slices of prosciutto and a handful of fresh arugula. The contrast of warm, cheesy crust and cool, peppery greens makes each bite balanced and satisfying. Ideal for an easy meal that still feels elevated, this recipe comes together with minimal effort while delivering bold, layered flavor. The combination of savory prosciutto and bright arugula adds a fresh finish that complements the creamy pesto perfectly.

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Ingredients

4 servings

1Pound Dough (Store-Bought)

1Jar Barilla^® Creamy Genovese Pesto

¾Cup Mozzarella, Shredded

6Slices Prosciutto

1Cup Arugula

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 to 475 ^®F with a pizza stone on the middle rack.

Step 2

Stretch the dough to a 13-inch diameter disc. Place on a sheet of parchment paper; spread the pesto evenly.

Step 3

Bake until bubbly and slightly brown. Take out, add mozzarella and finish in the oven for additional 6-7 minutes.

Step 4

Top with fresh arugula and slices of prosciutto before serving.

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Creamy Genovese Pesto Sauce

Barilla’s Creamy Genovese Pesto Sauce is imported from Italy and made with high-quality ingredients like fragrant Italian basil and freshly grated Italian cheese for a delicious creamy texture that puts a twist on classic pesto sauce. What is Pesto? Pesto is a sauce from Italy that traditionally consists of crushed garlic, nuts, salt, basil leaves and cheese. Barilla’s Creamy Genovese Basil Pesto is made in Italy with high-quality ingredients like Italian basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese. What can you eat Pesto with? Pesto is a versatile sauce that is most commonly paired with pasta. However, Pesto can be used in a variety of different ways in the cooking process.

Pack size

6.5 oz.

Range

Pesto Sauce

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