Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.5 pound

broccoli rabe (rapini)

trimmed

0.13 tsp

salt

1 unit

prebaked pizza crust

0.5 cup

Manchego cheese

shredded

1 link

Spanish chorizo sausage

thinly sliced

0.67 cup

plum tomato

chopped

0.25 cup

red onion

vertically sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Bring a pot of water to a boil.

Step 3
~2 min

Trim and prepare the broccoli rabe.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook broccoli rabe in boiling water for 4 minutes or until tender.

Step 5
~2 min

Drain and rinse the broccoli rabe with cold water to stop cooking.

Step 6
~2 min

Thoroughly drain the broccoli rabe, squeezing out excess moisture.

Step 7
~2 min

Pat the broccoli rabe dry with paper towels.

Step 8
~2 min

Coarsely chop the broccoli rabe and sprinkle with 1/8 teaspoon of salt.

Step 9
~2 min

Place prebaked pizza crust on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~2 min

Sprinkle the pizza crust evenly with shredded Manchego cheese.

Step 11
~2 min

Top the cheese with chopped broccoli rabe, thinly sliced chorizo, chopped plum tomato, and vertically sliced red onion.

Step 12
~2 min

Bake the pizza at 450°F (232°C) for 12 minutes or until the crust is browned and cheese is melted.

Step 13
~2 min

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 14
~2 min

Cut the pizza into 8 wedges and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier pizza, use hot chorizo.

Brush the crust with olive oil before adding toppings for extra flavor and crispness.

Add a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Broccoli rabe and other toppings can be prepped in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Offer a drizzle of balsamic glaze.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Spain/Italy

Cultural Significance

Pizza is a globally popular dish. Spanish chorizo adds a unique twist.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Game day

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Game night
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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