Eggplant And Prosciutto With Rocket Pizza Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.Slice the eggplant into thin rounds and brush both sides with olive oil. Place the eggplant slices on the prepared baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
• STEP 3.Bake the eggplant slices for 15-20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly golden.
• STEP 4.While the eggplant is baking, prepare the pizza dough according to the package instructions or use store-bought dough.
• STEP 5.Spread a layer of tomato sauce over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
• STEP 6.Arrange the roasted eggplant slices and prosciutto on top of the sauce. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
• STEP 7.Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 8.Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with fresh rocket leaves before serving.
• STEP 9.Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot. Enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• To enhance the flavor of the eggplant, you can sprinkle it with dried herbs like oregano or thyme before baking.
• If you prefer a crispier crust, preheat a pizza stone in the oven and bake the pizza on the hot stone.
• Feel free to add additional toppings like sliced olives or red onion for extra flavor.
• Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.
• Serve the pizza hot, topped with fresh rocket leaves for a peppery and refreshing flavor.