Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza Recipe

Indulge in this gourmet pizza experience! Sweet caramelized onions, creamy Gorgonzola, crunchy walnuts, and earthy sage (or basil!) create a symphony of flavors. The onion confit can be made ahead, saving you time. Use store-bought or homemade dough – the choice is yours! Adapted from Fields of Greens cookbook.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 1580 kcal
Protein 115g
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Ingredients for Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza

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How to Make Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 pounds thinly sliced onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Sauté for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally and scraping the pan to prevent sticking, until onions are deeply caramelized and golden brown.
  4. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 5 minutes more.
  5. Pour in 1/4 cup dry white wine and scrape up any browned bits from the pan.
  6. Remove from heat and let the onion confit cool completely.
  7. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
  8. Roll out your pizza dough (about 12 inches) and place it on a lightly oiled pizza pan or baking sheet.
  9. Brush the dough with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  10. Spread the cooled onion confit evenly over the dough.
  11. Sprinkle 1/2 cup toasted walnuts over the onions.
  12. Crumble 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese over the walnuts, followed by 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese.
  13. Bake for 8-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  14. Remove from oven and sprinkle with 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon fresh sage (or basil) leaves.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

88 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

216g

Carbs

11g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza?

Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 70 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza?

Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza has approximately 1580 calories per serving, with about 115 g protein, 11 g carbohydrates and 205 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza?

The key ingredients for Onion Confit Walnut And Gorgonzola Pizza are Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Yellow Onions, Salt, Fresh Ground Black Pepper, Garlic Clove, Dry White Wine. See the full list with measurements above.

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