Caramelized Onion and Pumpkin Pizza with Fried Sage
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
35 mins
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Additional Time
50 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Caramelized Onion and Pumpkin Pizza with Fried Sage
Description
The Caramelized Onion and Pumpkin Pizza with Fried Sage starts with cubed pumpkin sautéed gently in butter and olive oil with Sauvignon Blanc, rosemary, and sage, softening the squash until fork-tender and aromatic. Thinly sliced onions are caramelized with apple cider vinegar, enhancing their sweetness and adding a subtle tang. The pizza crust, fresh or store-bought, is rolled out and covered with slices of fresh mozzarella. The roasted pumpkin and caramelized onions are layered on top, followed by a sprinkle of freshly shaved Parmesan cheese, contributing salty richness.
Once baked, the pizza is topped with fried fresh sage leaves and a drizzle of honey, adding a crisp texture and delicate herbaceous note that complements the sweet and savory components. This pizza offers a seasonal, flavorful combination suitable for dinner or sharing at a gathering.
Ingredients
- pizza crust fresh or ready-made, store-bought
- 1 pumpkin peeled and cubed, small
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup Sauvignon Blanc wine white
- 2 rosemary sprigs, fresh
- 4-6 sage fresh leaves
- 2 sweet onion sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 mozzarella cheese ball, fresh
- 6 sage for topping, fresh leaves
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Parmesan Cheese more freshly shaved for topping
Instructions
- Cook Pumpkin: In a large pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed pumpkin, 1 cup of white Sauvignon Blanc wine, 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, and 4-6 fresh sage leaves. Cook for about 15 minutes, until the pumpkin is tender and can be speared with a fork without falling apart. Remove the sage and rosemary and discard.
- Caramelize Onions: While the pumpkin is cooking, caramelize the onions. Add the sliced onions to a large skillet and cook them for about 10 minutes until they're softened. Then, add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar. Continue to cook until the onions are caramelized.
- Preheat your oven to 450F.
- Prepare Pizza Dough: Roll out your store-bought pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired shape and thickness.
- Assemble Pizza: Cover the pizza with fresh mozzarella cheese. Add the cooked pumpkin and caramelized onions on top of the mozzarella. Sprinkle the freshly shaved Parmesan cheese over the pumpkin.
- Bake Pizza: Bake the pizza for 15 minutes for a ready-made crust or 25-30 minutes for a fresh crust, or until the cheese is all melty and gooey.
- Crispy Sage: While the pizza's baking, fry more sage leaves in about ½ inch of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook them for 30 seconds on each side. Once they're crispy, remove them from the pan.
- Final Touch: After taking the pizza out of the oven, drizzle it with honey and add more shaved Parmesan. Top with crispy fried sage. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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