I needed to use up a bunch of basil from my little overgrown plant yesterday, so I decided to whip up some pesto and make a pizza. It was super easy to make, and so so delicious. Possibly my new favorite pizza.

Pesto Pizza with Mushroom, Jalapeno and Feta
pizza dough (I use this Joy of Cooking recipe, halved)
pesto (recipe below)
mozzarella
mushrooms, portobello and/or button
jalapeno*
feta cheese
*Nolan wants me to warn you that the jalapenos make this spicy! You can knock off some seeds if you prefer your pizza a bit more mild.
Pesto
1 c basil leaves
3 T pine nuts, toasted
1-2 garlic cloves
1/4 c olive oil
1/4 c parmesan
salt and pepper
Pulse basil and pine nuts in food processor. Add garlic, pulse. Slowly add olive oil while the food processor is on. Scrape down sides, add parmesan, pulse again. Salt and pepper to taste. Makes 1/2 cup.
Good, but spicy! I had to chug milk to temper the heat.
That looks amazing! I’m so hungry now.
Oh wow. I am a fan of any and all things pesto!
Yum! That pizza looks amazing! Though I think I’d substitute the feta for goat cheese, cuz it’s my favorite :)
mmmm looks delicious! i love jalapenos!
YUMMMMMMMMMM!!!!
i make my own pizza bases and am always wanting different toppings…. i am trying this combo for sure!! x