Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1 large onion, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups borage greens, washed and chopped
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10-15 minutes or until they are caramelized.
3. Sprinkle the sugar, salt, and black pepper over the onions and stir to combine. Remove from heat.
4. Place the pre-made pizza crust on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
5. Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the pizza crust.
6. Sprinkle the chopped borage greens over the onions.
7. Top with shredded mozzarella and crumbled feta cheese.
8. Sprinkle with chopped fresh thyme.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Serving size:
- This recipe makes one 12-inch pizza, which serves 2-4 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 360
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Borage greens can be substituted with spinach or arugula.
- Mozzarella cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
- Feta cheese can be substituted with goat cheese or blue cheese.
- Fresh thyme can be substituted with dried thyme or any other fresh herb.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or diced bell peppers to the pizza toppings.
- Use a homemade pizza crust instead of a pre-made one.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the pizza before serving.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the caramelized onions faster, add a pinch of baking soda to the skillet while cooking.
- To make the pizza crust crispy, preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the crust on it.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings from sliding off.
Storage instructions:
- Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the pizza, place it in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board.
- Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs.
Garnishes:
- Fresh thyme sprigs
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Mixed green salad with balsamic vinaigrette
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pizza crust is soggy, preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the crust on it.
- If the cheese is not melted, broil the pizza for a few minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Food safety advice:
- Wash the borage greens thoroughly before using them.
- Store leftover pizza in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
- Pizza originated in Naples, Italy in the 18th century.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, slightly sweet, and herbaceous.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot and fresh out of the oven.
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