- The sun-dried tomato stayed hard on the pizza. What went wrong?
- If you used dry (bagged) sun-dried tomatoes, they need to be rehydrated (softened) in hot water first. The oil-packed variety is ready to use immediately.
Sun-Dried Tomato & Garlic Pizza
Sun-dried tomatoes capture the taste of sunlight. In the South, surplus tomatoes are dried in the sun, concentrating their flavor into an "umami-bomb." This pizza doesn't need many toppings because the intensity of the dried tomatoes dominates the palate.
Ingredients
10
oz
Pizza Dough
3.5
oz
Sun-Dried Tomatoes packed in oil (drained)
7
oz
Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
2
oz
Parmesan Cheese
2
tbsp
Olive Oil (or oil from the tomatoes)
1
sprig
Fresh Basil
2
cloves
Garlic
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Pepper
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Equipment Needed
- Knife
- Cutting board
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Roll out the dough. If you like intense flavors, brush lightly with the seasoned oil from the sun-dried tomato jar.
Tip: This adds extra punch to the crust.
2
✓
Slice the sun-dried tomatoes into strips and slice the garlic thinly. Scatter over the dough.
Tip: Cut the garlic thin so it roasts without burning and becoming bitter.
3
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Sprinkle with Parmesan, then cover with mozzarella.
Tip: The cheese creates a protective layer over the tomatoes, which burn easily.
4
✓
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12-15 minutes.
Tip: Golden brown cheese indicates it's done.
5
✓
Serve with fresh basil.
Tip: The sweet-peppery taste of basil pairs well with the acidity of the tomatoes.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 10 oz Pizza Dough
- 3.5 oz Sun-Dried Tomatoes packed in oil (drained)
- 7 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 oz Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (or oil from the tomatoes)
- 1 sprig Fresh Basil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Pepper