Gorgonzola and Mortgage Lifter Tomato Pizza

Mortgage Lifter tomatoes originated in West Virginia in the 1920s and got their name because the tomato variety became so popular that the sales helped the breeder pay off his mortgage!

This is vegetarian and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 7.

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Gorgonzola and Mortgage Lifter Tomato Pizza

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Italian Courses: Dinner, Main Course Recipe Keys: High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 16 ounce Pizza dough
• 6 ounce Gorgonzola cheese
• 4 medium Mortgage Lifter tomatoes
• 2 teaspoon Fresh basil leaves
• 2 teaspoon Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll out the pizza dough into a circle and transfer it to a baking sheet.
2. Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese evenly over the pizza dough.
3. Slice the Mortgage Lifter tomatoes and arrange them on top of the cheese.
4. Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves, salt, and black pepper.
5. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
8. Cut into slices and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.