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Pizza, Pumpkin, Fall Recipes, Dinner

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Savor the flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Pizza, a perfect dish for cozy gatherings or a comforting night in. Featuring a creamy pumpkin puree base paired with sweet caramelized onions and melty Havarti cheese, this pizza embodies the essence of autumn. It’s not only easy to prepare but also versatile, allowing you to customize it with your favorite toppings. Serve it as a main course or an appetizer at parties, and enjoy the seasonal appeal that makes every bite a celebration of harvest time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ready-to-bake pizza dough
  • 1.5 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 sweet onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 shallot, diced
  • ½ tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups grated havarti cheese
  • 1 cup arugula
  • Extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F, placing a pizza stone inside if available.
  2. In a skillet over medium-low heat, caramelize half of the diced onion in olive oil until softened, adding sugar midway until translucent.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, garlic, shallot, thyme, and remaining onions; mix in parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Prepare pizza dough as per package instructions and shape into a circle.
  5. Transfer dough to the heated pizza stone and spread the pumpkin mixture evenly on top. Add caramelized onions and arugula before sprinkling with grated Havarti cheese.
  6. Bake according to dough instructions (typically 10-12 minutes) or longer for desired crispiness (20-25 minutes).
  7. Slice and enjoy your savory fall treat!

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