pizza out of oven
September 10, 2020

Pesto Pizza

By Ange's Table

Good morning to you.  How has your week been so far?

I pray that all you need to happen this month, happens for you. 

Do you follow a specific diet?  Is it because of health issues or do you just prefer to eat a certain way?

I developed a multitude of allergies in my 30’s and therefore need to eat a very clean diet.  I need to avoid all nuts and seeds, lots of raw fruits and veggies.  And lately beef and pork.  But there are still those times when I want something special.  Something different.  Something like pizza.  Yes, pizza.

And I’m not talking about a cauliflower crust pizza.  Those are great, but not when I’m in the mood for pizza and a beer.

So far, in all of my years of needing to follow a gluten free diet, the best pizza I have made is with gluten free @Bisquick mix.  You mix the ingredients, spread it out on the pan and bake the shell.  Then add on your toppings, bake again and dinner is ready.

This is definitely a “cheat meal” for me, since I used real cheese and a few slices of tomato.  Using Pesto as the base gave this pizza the most amazing flavor.

Since this is something that I do not do often, I allow myself to indulge.

What is it that you have made mostly along the lines of your diet lifestyle, but still considered a “cheat meal?”

pizza all mixed
Use a whisk to mix the batter well
pour out pizza batter on pan
Pour onto your prepared pan
pizza batter smoothed before baking
Spread the batter as thin as you can
pizza crust out of oven
The shell out of the oven, waiting to be topped
pesto on pizza crust
Here we used pesto as our base
pizza before oven
Topped with cheese and sliced tomato
close up bottom of pizza with bite
No soggy pizza crust here
partially eaten pizza
I might have eaten a bit too much

Gluten Free Pizza

Adapted from @Bisquick GF  Mix
  • 1 1/3 cup Bisquick GF Baking Mix
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/4 tsp seasoned salt mix
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 2 large eggs, beaten

Preheat the oven to 425’F.

In a large bowl, combine the baking mix, basil and salt.  Mix well.

In a large measuring cup, beat eggs with water and oil.  

Make a well in the dry mixture and pour in the wet.

Use a whisk to mix well.

Line a pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper.

Spread out the batter as thin as you can.  It will puff up while cooking.

Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until it is firm.

Remove from oven and let cool before adding the toppings.

Top with your favorite flavors.  Bake again for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Enjoy!

Pizza is definately a meal that I would love to have more often.  What is your go to cheat meal?

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