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Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza with Balsamic Glaze
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made pizza dough
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 4 oz Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup balsamic glaze
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
- Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Brush the olive oil over the dough, then arrange the sliced pears evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese and chopped walnuts over the pears.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle the balsamic glaze over the top.
- Slice the pizza and serve hot. Enjoy!
The history of Pear and Gorgonzola Pizza with a balsamic glaze drizzle can be traced back to the Lombardy region of Italy, where the combination of sweet pears and tangy Gorgonzola cheese has been a culinary tradition for centuries. This unique pizza variation gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s, when renowned chefs in California began experimenting with non-traditional pizza toppings. The dish quickly became a hit, with its perfect balance of flavors and textures. Today, it's a staple on the menus of upscale pizzerias and Italian restaurants across the country. For the best version of this dish, seek out a pizzeria that uses high-quality Gorgonzola cheese and ripe, juicy pears. The key to getting it right lies in the harmonious combination of the creamy cheese, sweet fruit, and the rich, tangy balsamic glaze drizzle.
30 min
4 servings
380 calories
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