Italian > Neapolitan Pizza

Bacon Explosion BBQ Pizza Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced pineapple

Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).
2. Spread BBQ sauce evenly over the pre-made pizza crust.
3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the BBQ sauce.
4. Add cooked and crumbled bacon, diced red onion, diced green bell pepper, and diced pineapple on top of the cheese.
5. Place the pizza on a pizza stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing with a pizza cutter.
7. Serve and enjoy!


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
425°F (218°C)
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 800mg
Total carbohydrates: 35g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Total sugars: 12g
Protein: 12g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of BBQ sauce, you can use tomato sauce or pesto.
- Instead of mozzarella cheese, you can use cheddar cheese or a blend of cheeses.
- Instead of bacon, you can use ham or sausage.
- Instead of red onion, you can use white onion or shallots.
- Instead of green bell pepper, you can use red bell pepper or jalapeño peppers.
- Instead of pineapple, you can use other toppings like mushrooms, olives, or tomatoes.

Variations:
- Add more toppings like cooked chicken, shrimp, or beef.
- Use different BBQ sauces like spicy or sweet.
- Make a gluten-free pizza crust using cauliflower or almond flour.
- Make a vegan pizza by using vegan cheese and omitting the bacon.

Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the pizza on it to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza into even slices.
- Serve with extra BBQ sauce or hot sauce on the side for dipping.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat leftover pizza in the oven at 350°F (177°C) for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza tray.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like basil or parsley.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs like basil or parsley.

Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Garlic bread
- Grilled vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try preheating the pizza stone or baking sheet for a longer period of time.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, try baking the pizza for a few more minutes.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before adding it to the pizza.
- Store any leftover pizza in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.

Food history:
- Pizza originated in Italy and has become a popular dish worldwide.

Flavor profiles:
- The BBQ sauce adds a sweet and tangy flavor to the pizza, while the bacon adds a smoky and salty flavor. The red onion, green bell pepper, and pineapple add a fresh and sweet flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pizza hot and fresh out of the oven.

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Taste: Savory, Smoky, Salty, Cheesy, Bacon, Tangy, Bacon-Y