Best 4 Goat Cheese Pear And Bacon Pizza With Pesto Sauce Recipes

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If you are in the mood for a unique and flavorful pizza, goat cheese pear and bacon pizza with pesto sauce makes for an excellent choice. The combination of creamy goat cheese, sweet pears, salty bacon, and aromatic pesto sauce creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you are hosting a party or simply want to indulge in a delicious meal, this recipe is a must-try.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GOAT CHEESE, PEAR, AND BACON PIZZA WITH PESTO SAUCE



Goat Cheese, Pear, and Bacon Pizza with Pesto Sauce image

I made this pizza for my family and it was a huge success!

Provided by Oranginaghb

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 slices bacon, or more to taste, cut into bite-size pieces
½ Bosc pear, sliced
2 tablespoons basil pesto
1 12-inch pre-baked packaged pizza crust
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until completely browned, about 10 minutes; remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Spread pesto over the pizza crust to cover in a thin layer to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Sprinkle about 1/2 the mozzarella cheese over the pesto. Arrange bacon pieces and pear slices atop the cheese; dot with crumbled goat cheese and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 9 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 21.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

GOAT CHEESE, PEAR & ONION PIZZA



Goat Cheese, Pear & Onion Pizza image

Goat cheese and basil take this pizza to the next level of flavor. "My husband and I developed this recipe several years ago because we love onions. It's always a hit with guests!" Radelle Knappenberger - Oviedo, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 40m

Yield 12 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups thinly sliced red onions
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 prebaked 12-inch thin pizza crust
2 medium pears, peeled and sliced
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup goat cheese
8 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute onions in 2 teaspoons oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 2-3 minutes longer. Place crust on an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; spread with onion mixture to within 1 in. of edges., In the same skillet, saute pears in remaining oil until tender. Arrange over onion mixture. Sprinkle with cheeses., Bake at 450° for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. Sprinkle with basil, oregano and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

GOAT CHEESE, PEAR, AND BACON PIZZA WITH PESTO SAUCE



Goat Cheese, Pear, and Bacon Pizza with Pesto Sauce image

I made this pizza for my family and it was a huge success!

Provided by Oranginaghb

Categories     Italian Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 slices bacon, or more to taste, cut into bite-size pieces
½ Bosc pear, sliced
2 tablespoons basil pesto
1 12-inch pre-baked packaged pizza crust
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until completely browned, about 10 minutes; remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Spread pesto over the pizza crust to cover in a thin layer to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Sprinkle about 1/2 the mozzarella cheese over the pesto. Arrange bacon pieces and pear slices atop the cheese; dot with crumbled goat cheese and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 9 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 21.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

PESTO SAUCE (FOR PIZZA ESPECIALLY)



Pesto sauce (for pizza especially) image

A nice change from normal tomato-based pizza sauce. This is really nice with goat's cheese, roasted garlic pieces, and roasted halved cherry tomatoes.

Provided by spatchcock

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups fresh basil
1 cup fresh Italian parsley
1/2 cup parmesan cheese or 1/2 cup romano cheese, grated
1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted
4 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender.
  • Puree until the mixture forms a smooth, thick paste.
  • Topping ideas for pesto pizza: Sliced crimini mushrooms.
  • Reconstituted sun-dried tomatoes.
  • Sliced black olives.
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.6, Fat 56.5, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 14.7, Sodium 463.2, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 1.4, Protein 11.3

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, preheat your oven to the highest temperature possible before baking the pizza.
  • Use a pizza stone or baking sheet for a more evenly cooked crust.
  • To prevent the pears from becoming too soft, slice them thinly and toss them with a little bit of lemon juice before adding them to the pizza.
  • If you don't have pesto sauce on hand, you can use a store-bought variety or make your own by combining fresh basil, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and garlic in a food processor.
  • For a vegetarian version of this pizza, omit the bacon and add more vegetables, such as roasted red peppers or zucchini.

Conclusion:

This goat cheese, pear, and bacon pizza with pesto sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The combination of sweet pears, salty bacon, and creamy goat cheese is sure to please everyone at your table. Serve it with a side salad or soup for a complete meal.

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