Gorgonzola and Arugula Pizza with Caramelized Onion

Name: Gorgonzola and Arugula Pizza with Caramelized Onions
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 Tbs. plus 2 tsp. Eden Selected Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided; 2 medium yellow onions, sliced; 8 oz. baby portobello mushrooms, sliced; 1 1/2 cups red balsamic vinegar; ⅓ cup Now Real Foods Grade A Maple Syrup; 1 16-oz. pkg. prepared fresh or thawed frozen whole-wheat pizza dough; 1 clove garlic, minced (1 tsp.); 2 tsp. dried thyme; 7 oz. BelGioioso CreamyGorg; 3 cups baby arugula

Servings: persons

1
Heat 3 Tbs.
2
oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
3
Reduce heat to medium, add onions, and saute 10 minutes.
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Sprinkle with salt (if desired), reduce heat to medium-low, and cook
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20 minutes, or until onions brown, adding 2 Tbs.
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water if necessary.
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Transfer onions to bowl; set aside.
8
Rinse out skillet, add 2 Tbs.
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oil, and heat over medium-high heat.
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Add mushrooms, and saute 5 to 7 minutes.
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Transfer to bowl, and set aside.
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Bring vinegar and maple syrup to a simmer in small saucepan over medium-low heat.
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Simmer 15 minutes, or until reduced by half.
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Set aside to cool.
15
Rub pizza dough with 1 Tbs.
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oil, and let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 450F.
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Roll out dough, and transfer to baking sheet.
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Combine garlic and 2 Tbs.
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oil, and brush over dough.
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Sprinkle with thyme.
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Bake 10 minutes, or until golden.
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Top pizza with onions, mushrooms, and pea-size chunks of Gorgonzola.
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Toss arugula with remaining 2 tsp.
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oil, and spread over pizza.
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Return pizza to oven, and bake 10 minutes.
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Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

2039

kcal

Calories

218

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 Tbs. plus 2 tsp. Eden Selected Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil, divided, 2 medium yellow onions, sliced, 8 oz. baby portobello mushrooms, sliced, 1 1/2 cups red balsamic vinegar, and more.

Yes, Gorgonzola and Arugula Pizza with Caramelized Onions falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gorgonzola and Arugula Pizza with Caramelized Onions

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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