Oven-Dried Heirloom Tomato, Basil Pesto and Mozzarella Pizza

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   Preheat the oven to 450 F degree.

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   Spread the pesto equally over each prepared personal sized pizza shell.

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   You can make the pizza crust fresh or use prepared pizza dough.

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   Top the layer of pesto with 1/2 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.

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   Top with the oven-dried heirloom tomatoes.

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   Place the mushroom slices, bell pepper slices and red onion slices over the heirloom tomatoes.

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   Sprinkle reserved 1/4 cup of the cheese on top.

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   Bake until the shell is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 12 minutes.

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   Cool slightly and serve warm.

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    How to oven-dry the heirloom tomatoes:

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    Slice the tomatoes into 1/4 to 1/2-inch thick slices.

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    Line the slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet coated with cooking spray.

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    Season with a little bit salt, black pepper and freshly chopped thymes if needed.

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    Roast in a 200 degrees F oven for about 3 to 4 hours, depending on how dry you want.

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    Use them to make pizza, pie, or toss with salad, pasta.

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    If you don't use them right away, you can put them into a zip-lock bag, and freeze for up to several months.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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