DIVA-LICIOUS PESTO PIZZA

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This is a delicious pizza that's a combination of a pesto pizza and antipasto salad!!! Created by the Pantry Raiding Divas for the Zaar World Tour II! NOTE: If you'd rather use fresh red bell peppers, slice 1/2 red bell pepper into rings and saute with the mushrooms. NOTE: Purchased pesto may be used, if desired.

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup pine nuts
1 -2 medium fresh garlic clove
1/8-1/4 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese (the good stuff!)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2-1 teaspoon salt
1/2-3/4 cup baby portabella mushrooms, sliced
8 ounces sliced provolone cheese (or mozzarella)
3 roasted red peppers, cut in strips (or fresh, see NOTE)
1/8 cup sliced black olives
1/2 cup quartered artichoke heart, cut into chunks
1 prepared pizza crust (homemade, or purchased)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425ยบ.
  • Prepare pesto sauce by combining basil, pine nuts, garlic and parmesan in blender or food processor. Blend well.
  • Slowly drizzle olive oil in blender or processor while blending, until thick.
  • Season to taste with salt. (None may be necessary.).
  • Set aside.
  • Heat a little olive oil in skillet and saute mushrooms a few minutes to increase flavor. (If using fresh red bell pepper, add with mushrooms.) Cool slightly.
  • Spread pesto sauce over pizza crust.
  • Evenly distribute provolone, red bell peppers, black olives and artichokes over pesto.
  • Sprinkle with additional parmesan, if desired.
  • Bake in preheated oven 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.3, Fat 36, SaturatedFat 12.6, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 881.9, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 1.2, Protein 18.5

HASSAN KAMAL
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This pizza is the perfect party food. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Rao Ashfaq
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I'm not a huge fan of pesto, but this pizza was surprisingly good. The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the mozzarella and tomatoes.


Maddison Jones
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This pizza is so flavorful and easy to make. I will definitely be making it again.


Jadii Ali
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I made this pizza for my family, and they loved it. Even my picky kids ate it all up.


Garage TUBE
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This pizza is a great way to use up leftover pesto. It's also a great recipe for beginner cooks.


Anapki Gry
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I love that this recipe uses fresh basil. It really makes a difference in the flavor of the pesto.


Sahr Muneer
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This was my first time making pesto pizza, and it turned out great. The pesto was easy to make, and the pizza was delicious.


Itx HASSAN
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I'm a big fan of pesto, and this pizza did not disappoint. The pesto was flavorful and creamy, and the crust was cooked to perfection.


Cyndy Amaka
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This pizza is the perfect weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Aimee Butt
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I made this pizza for a party, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Santosh Parajuli
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the pizza turned out perfectly. The crust was crispy and the pesto was delicious.


GAZI 2003 ASHIK IMRAN
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This pizza was so easy to make, and it turned out so well. I was really impressed with how flavorful the pesto was.


Bagenda Esau
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I'm not usually a fan of pesto, but this pizza changed my mind. The pesto was creamy and flavorful, and it paired perfectly with the mozzarella and tomatoes.


Bonolo Giovanna
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This pesto pizza was a hit! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the crust was cooked to perfection.