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Pesto Pizza

Cultural Context

Pesto pizza hails from the Liguria region of Italy, where pesto originated. Traditionally made with fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, and olive oil, this vibrant sauce adds a unique twist to classic pizza. In Italy, it's often enjoyed as a quick meal or a casual dish shared among friends. Today, variations of pesto pizza have gained popularity worldwide, with many adding their own toppings and ingredients, making it a versatile favorite in pizzerias and homes alike.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
three different flours
biga
dry yeast
small-leaf basil
parmigiano
pecorino
pine nuts
garlic
oil
stracciatella
semi-dry yellow tomatoes

pine nuts

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: walnuts

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts provide a similar texture and flavor at a lower cost.

mozzarella cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: provolone cheese

Provolone is often less expensive and still melts well.

parmesan cheese

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: nutritional yeast

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: grated pecorino

Pecorino is a flavorful alternative that can be more affordable.

pesto sauce

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: homemade pesto

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: store-bought basil pesto

Homemade can be fresher and healthier, while store-bought is convenient.

1

Prepare the pizza dough using three different flours, biga, and dry yeast.

2

Make the pesto using small-leaf basil, parmigiano, pecorino, pine nuts, garlic, and oil.

3

Cook the pizza base in the oven.

4

Add the pesto, stracciatella, and semi-dry yellow tomatoes after cooking.

Cooking Techniques

rollingspreadingbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

Pizzaiola al PestoPizza al Pesto
Local Name: Pizza al Pesto

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