Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon and Blue

Name: Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon and Blue Cheese
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butter; 1 large Spanish onion; 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves; 2 bay leaves; Kosher salt; 4 thick slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch thick batons; 1 ball pizza dough; Flour, for dusting surface; 12 dried mission figs, stems trimmed, cut into quarters or small pieces; 3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola; Extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle; Freshly cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons butter
1 large Spanish onion
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
2 bay leaves
Kosher salt
4 thick slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch thick batons
1 ball pizza dough
Flour, for dusting surface
12 dried mission figs, stems trimmed, cut into quarters or small pieces
3/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola
Extra-virgin olive oil, to drizzle
Freshly cracked black pepper

1
At least 45 minutes before cooking, preheat the oven and pizza stone to 550 degrees.
2
Melt the butter in a large saute pan over high heat.
3
Add the onions, thyme and bay leaves.
4
Cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until the onions begin to wilt.
5
Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened and turn a deep, golden brown, about 25 minutes.
6
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Remove the bay leaves and transfer the onions to a small bowl.
8
Place the bacon in the pan and set over high heat.
9
Cook, stirring occasionally, until brown and crispy.
10
Using a slotted spoon, transfer the bacon to a small bowl.
11
Place the pizza dough on a heavily floured surface and stretch and pull, using your hands or a rolling pin, into about a 14-inch round.
12
Place on a lightly floured pizza peel or rimless baking sheet.
13
Cover with the toppings, careful not to press on the dough and weigh it down: the caramelized onions first, then the figs and bacon, and finally the Gorgonzola, leaving roughly a 1/2 inch border.
14
Shake the pizza peel slightly to make sure the dough is not sticking.
15
Carefully slide the pizza directly onto the baking stone in one quick, forward-and-back motion.
16
Cook until the crust has browned on the bottom and the top is bubbling and browning in spots, about 7 minutes.
17
Drizzle with a little olive oil and some cracked black pepper.
18
Serve hot.

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons butter, 1 large Spanish onion, 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves, 2 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon and Blue Cheese falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Pizza With Caramelized Onions, Figs, Bacon and Blue Cheese

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