Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

pesto sauce

homemade or commercial

0.5 cup

pizza sauce

1 unit

pizza crust

(Boboli)

5 unit

plum tomatoes

sliced

1 cup

mozzarella cheese

shredded

1 cup

havarti cheese

shredded

0.5 cup

parmesan cheese

fresh shredded

4 unit

goat cheese

crumbled

2 tbsp

pine nuts

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2
~2 min

Spread pesto sauce evenly over pizza crust.

Step 3
~2 min

Spread pizza sauce evenly over the pesto layer.

Step 4
~2 min

Arrange tomato slices on top of the sauce.

Step 5
~2 min

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the tomatoes.

Step 6
~2 min

Sprinkle havarti cheese over the mozzarella.

Step 7
~2 min

Sprinkle fresh shredded parmesan cheese over the havarti.

Step 8
~2 min

Crumble goat cheese over the parmesan.

Step 9
~2 min

Sprinkle pine nuts evenly over the pizza.

Step 10
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.

Use different types of cheese for a unique flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

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.

Serve with a glass of wine.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Caprese salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pizza is a popular dish worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Birthday parties
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Game night
Family night

Popularity Score

70/100

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