Get ready to transform your pizza night with a mouthwatering masterpiece that will make your taste buds dance! 🍕✨ This Spinach Bacon Feta Pizza with Sun Dried Tomato Sauce isn't just another pizza - it's a gourmet experience that combines the salty crunch of bacon, the creamy tang of feta, and the earthy richness of spinach, all resting on a vibrant sun-dried tomato sauce. Whether you're a pizza enthusiast or a culinary adventurer, this recipe promises to elevate your home cooking game and impress even the most discerning food lovers.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 1 large pizza
Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- Fresh spinach
- Bacon
- Feta cheese
- Sun dried tomatoes
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). This high temperature will help achieve a crispy crust.
- Prepare the pizza dough according to your recipe or package instructions. If using store-bought dough, let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes for easier handling.
- While the dough is resting, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Once cooked, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat. When cool, crumble the bacon into small pieces.
- In the same skillet, add a teaspoon of olive oil if needed, and sauté the fresh spinach over medium heat until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the sun-dried tomato sauce by blending sun-dried tomatoes with a splash of olive oil until smooth. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper for extra flavor if desired.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, typically about 12 inches in diameter for a large pizza.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread the sun-dried tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Evenly distribute the sautéed spinach over the sauce, followed by the crumbled bacon.
- Sprinkle the feta cheese generously over the top of the pizza, ensuring an even distribution for flavor in every bite.
- Drizzle a little olive oil over the top of the pizza to enhance the flavors and help with browning.
- Carefully place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve the pizza warm, and enjoy your delicious Spinach Bacon Feta Pizza with Sun Dried Tomato Sauce!
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Ensure your oven is fully preheated to 475°F for that perfect crispy crust.
- Bacon Prep Matters: Cook bacon until crispy and drain well to prevent a soggy pizza.
- Sauce Consistency: When blending sun-dried tomatoes, add olive oil gradually to achieve a smooth, spreadable sauce.
- Dough Handling: Let store-bought pizza dough rest at room temperature for easier rolling and stretching.
- Cheese Distribution: Sprinkle feta evenly to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.
- Olive Oil Trick: A light drizzle before baking adds a beautiful golden color and enhances overall taste.
- Cooling is Crucial: Let the pizza rest for a few minutes after baking to allow cheese to set and prevent burning your mouth.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 12g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
