This west coast take on the classic Italian pizza leaves a slightly richer taste and can also provide interesting options for garnishes.
Ingredients
1 C. part-skim ricotta cheese
1 C. preshredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 C. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
1 1-lb. Italian cheese-flavored pizza crust (such as Boboli)
1 C. thinly sliced fresh basil
1/2 C. thinly sliced shallots
1/2 C. finely chopped spinach
1/2-1 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
1 C. thinly sliced plum tomatoes
Nutrition Information
Servings Per Recipe: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 840
Total Fat: 49.7g
Cholesterol: 125mg
Sodium: 2059mg
Total Carbs: 57.1g
Dietary Fiber: 2.5g
Protein: 43.9g
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Combine the first 3 ingredients in a medium bowl. Spread cheese mixture over pizza crust, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge. Sprinkle with basil and next 6 ingredients (basil through garlic powder). Arrange plum tomato slices in a single layer on top. Place pizza on baking sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Remove pizza to cutting board; cut into 6 slices.