Sherry Caramelized Onion, and Honeyed Pear Pizza

👉🏻Ingredients list⚠️

• Pizza crust: 1 (homemade or store-bought)

• Onions: 2, medium-sized, sliced

• Sherry wine: 50ml

• Pears: 2, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced

• Honey: 3 tablespoons

• Mozzarella cheese: 200g, shredded

• Parmesan cheese: as needed, grated

• Olive oil: as needed

• Salt and black pepper: to taste

• Fresh basil leaves: a few, for garnish

This Sherry Caramelized Onion and Honeyed Pear Pizza blends classic and innovative elements, offering a feast for the taste buds. The sweet caramelized onions, infused with sherry wine, exude a rich aroma of wine and caramel sweetness. Combined with honey-flavored, tender pear slices, they bring both freshness and sweetness, adding unprecedented flavor layers to the traditional pizza crust. Sprinkled with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, after baking, the richness of the cheese intertwines with the sweetness of the fruit, making every bite an ultimate temptation for the palate.

👉🏻✨DIRECTIONS:

1. Prepare Caramelized Onions: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add the sliced onions, and sauté over low heat until soft and golden brown. Pour in the sherry wine and continue stirring until the alcohol evaporates and the onions are fully caramelized. Season with salt and black pepper.

2. Prepare Pears: Place the pear slices in a bowl, drizzle with honey, and gently toss to coat each slice with a thin layer of honey.

3. Assemble Pizza: Preheat the oven to 220°C. Spread a thin layer of olive oil on the pizza crust, then layer with caramelized onions, followed by honeyed pear slices. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

4. Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven on the middle rack and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden and crispy.

5. Garnish and Serve: After baking, garnish with fresh basil leaves. Allow to cool slightly before slicing and serving.

👉🏻✨TIPS

• Patience is key when sautéing onions; low heat and slow cooking ensure they caramelize fully for a richer flavor.

• Choose pear varieties with a crisp texture and high sweetness, such as Asian pears or Bosc pears.

• Adjust baking time according to your oven's specifications to avoid over-browning the cheese.

👉🏻✨BENEFITS

• This pizza is not only delicious but also has certain dietary benefits. Onions are rich in antioxidants, helping to boost immunity, while pears can lubricate the lungs, relieve coughs, and promote digestion. Combined with an appropriate amount of cheese, it also provides rich calcium and protein, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or friend gatherings.

👉🏻✨NUTRITIONAL ASPECTS:

• Carbohydrates: Primarily from the pizza crust and fruit, providing energy to the body.

• Dietary Fiber: Onions and pears are rich in fiber, contributing to gut health.

• Vitamins: Pears are rich in vitamin C, which helps boost immunity.

• Minerals: Cheese is a good source of calcium, essential for bone health.

• Antioxidants: The antioxidants in onions help fight free radicals and delay aging.