White Pizza With Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Honey

Health score
19%
White Pizza With Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Honey
35 min.
4
435kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our White Pizza with Bacon, Blue Cheese, and Honey. This unique dish combines the rich flavors of creamy ricotta and tangy Gorgonzola cheese, perfectly balanced by the sweetness of honey and the savory crunch of Canadian bacon. It's a pizza that breaks away from the traditional tomato sauce base, offering a fresh and exciting twist that will tantalize your taste buds.

Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick lunch or a cozy dinner with friends and family. The combination of fresh ingredients, including crisp broccoli and juicy pear slices, not only adds vibrant colors to your plate but also packs a nutritious punch. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, making it a standout main dish that is sure to impress.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees a delicious outcome. The crispy crust, topped with melted mozzarella and a sprinkle of walnuts, creates a satisfying crunch that complements the creamy toppings beautifully. Serve it alongside a refreshing side salad for a complete meal that is both satisfying and wholesome. Treat yourself to this gourmet pizza experience that brings together the best of savory and sweet in every slice!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette low-fat divided
  • cups broccoli florets divided
  • ounces canadian bacon finely chopped
  • tablespoons gorgonzola blue
  • tablespoon honey 
  • cups greens mixed divided
  • 0.5 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese shredded divided
  • 0.3 cup part-skim ricotta cheese 
  •  pears cored thinly sliced
  • ounces pizza dough fresh
  • 0.3 cup walnuts 

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan
  • rolling pin
  • pizza stone

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. With a floured rolling pin, roll dough into a 12-inch circle; transfer to a 12-inch pizza stone or round baking pan.
  3. Bake at 400 for 5 to 7 minutes until crust begins to puff.
  4. Meanwhile, stir together ricotta cheese and honey.
  5. Remove crust from oven, and flip so bottom is now on top.
  6. Spread ricotta mixture evenly over crust. Top with 1/4 cup mozzarella, pear, Canadian bacon, and walnuts. Top with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella and gorgonzola.
  7. Return pizza to oven; bake an additional 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Allow pizza to set before slicing into 8 pieces.
  8. While pizza bakes, assemble side salads, using 1 1/2 cups greens, 1/2 cup broccoli, and 1 1/2 tablespoons dressing per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories435kcal
Protein15.35%
Fat42.18%
Carbs42.47%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.01
Glycemic Load
4.95
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.586956459543%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.11mg
Catechin
0.12mg
Epigallocatechin
0.26mg
Epicatechin
1.67mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.08mg
Luteolin
0.36mg
Isorhamnetin
0.13mg
Kaempferol
3.57mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.86mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:434.89kcal
21.74%
Fat:20.9g
32.16%
Saturated Fat:5.11g
31.91%
Carbohydrates:47.36g
15.79%
Net Carbohydrates:43.45g
15.8%
Sugar:14.12g
15.69%
Cholesterol:25.08mg
8.36%
Sodium:924.73mg
40.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.11g
34.22%
Vitamin C:56.54mg
68.53%
Vitamin K:49.02µg
46.68%
Phosphorus:234.91mg
23.49%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.3%
Vitamin A:1151.06IU
23.02%
Calcium:228.23mg
22.82%
Folate:67.02µg
16.76%
Selenium:11.34µg
16.2%
Fiber:3.91g
15.65%
Iron:2.78mg
15.47%
Vitamin B2:0.23mg
13.3%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.99%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
12.8%
Potassium:428.89mg
12.25%
Copper:0.23mg
11.26%
Zinc:1.55mg
10.32%
Magnesium:40.46mg
10.12%
Vitamin B3:1.73mg
8.65%
Vitamin B5:0.6mg
5.95%
Vitamin B12:0.31µg
5.21%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.55%
Vitamin D:0.48µg
3.18%
Source:My Recipes