Classic Spinach Pizza Recipe

Name: Classic Spinach Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ounces pancetta or bacon, finely chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach; 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1/3 cup mascarpone cheese; 1/4 cup chopped ripe olives; 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust; 1 cup shredded provolone cheese; 1/3 cup grated Romano cheese

Servings: persons

2 ounces pancetta or bacon, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup mascarpone cheese
1/4 cup chopped ripe olives
1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
1 cup shredded provolone cheese
1/3 cup grated Romano cheese

1
In a large skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels to drain. Saute garlic in drippings for 1 minute. Add spinach; cook just until wilted. Drain spinach mixture on paper towels.
2
In the same skillet, saute mushrooms in oil until tender; add the pepper flakes, salt and pepper. Transfer to a small bowl and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in the mascarpone cheese, olives and pancetta.
3
Place crust on an ungreased pizza pan. Spread mushroom mixture over crust; layer with spinach mixture, provolone and Romano.
4
Bake at 450u00b0 for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted.

473

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ounces pancetta or bacon, finely chopped, 4 garlic cloves, minced, 1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Classic Spinach Pizza falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Classic Spinach Pizza

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