Embrace the sunrise with a culinary delight that transforms breakfast into a symphony of flavors – the Easy Breakfast Pizza. Whether you opt for the convenience of store-bought or embark on the homemade journey of pizza dough, this recipe promises to elevate your morning routine. Let’s embark on a 500-word journey through the creation of this morning masterpiece.
Ingredients:
- Pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 large eggs
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons cool water
- 1 1/2 tablespoons butter
- 1 1/4 cups shredded provolone
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked crispy, coarsely chopped
- 1/2 lb. bulk pork breakfast sausage, browned
- 1/2 red pepper, finely diced
- 3 green onions, chopped
- Salsa (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees. Oil a 10×15-inch rimmed baking sheet, setting the stage for your breakfast symphony.
- Dough Transformation: Work your pizza dough around the baking sheet by pressing gently with your fingers and hands. It may take a little time to work the pizza dough out, as it tends to pull back from the sides. Once it seems to stay put, use your hands to tuck and push a little of the dough up against the side of the baking sheet, creating a crust. Bake in the oven for 7-8 minutes, allowing the dough to set the foundation for your morning creation.
- Egg Ensemble: While the dough bakes, beat the eggs and water together. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the egg mixture and cook slowly, rotating them gently with a spatula. Slightly undercook the eggs as they will continue to cook in the oven. Season the eggs with kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper. Spoon the eggs onto the pre-baked pizza dough, letting them take center stage in this breakfast performance.
- Cheese Crescendo: Top the eggs with both kinds of cheese – the mellow richness of provolone and the spicy kick of Pepper Jack. Let them melt and mingle, creating a gooey, savory harmony that blankets the eggs with flavor.
- Meat and Vegetable Movement: Introduce crispy bacon, coarsely chopped, and browned pork breakfast sausage. These savory elements add depth and texture to the ensemble. Sprinkle finely diced red pepper and chopped green onions, infusing a burst of color and freshness.
- Final Flourish: Broiling Brilliance: Place the pizza back in the oven for 10-12 minutes, turning on the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes. The broiler adds a final touch of brilliance, giving the cheese a golden glow. Rotate the baking sheet several times during the broiling process, staying close by as broilers can be somewhat unpredictable.
Optional Encore: Salsa Serenade: Should you desire an optional encore, a dollop of salsa adds a spicy kick and a burst of acidity, allowing each bite to be a customizable delight.
Conclusion: A Morning Symphony on Your Plate As the Easy Breakfast Pizza emerges from the oven, a visual and aromatic masterpiece awaits. The first bite is a revelation – a marriage of crispy crust, velvety eggs, savory meats, and a medley of cheeses. Red pepper and scallions provide moments of freshness, adding a bright contrast to the richness of the dish.
In the grand finale, morning bliss is served on a plate. The Easy Breakfast Pizza is not just a recipe; it’s an invitation to embrace the joys of breakfast, savoring the simple pleasures of a well-crafted dish, and starting your day with a symphony of flavors that lingers in your memory. It’s a morning masterpiece that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. Enjoy the magic!