Eggplant & Bacon Crescent Pizza
Discover a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors and comforting flaky pastry with this Eggplant and Bacon Croissant Pizza. Perfect for brunch or an inventive dinner, this recipe combines the richness of Brie cheese with savory bacon and the vibrant taste of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Ingredients:
🍆 1 large eggplant
🍅 1 tomato
🌿 1 cup of fresh parsley
🌶️ 2 tbsp paprika
🌶️ 1 tbsp spicy chili flakes
🌿 1 tbsp dried oregano
⚪ 1 tbsp white pepper
🧂 Salt to taste
🫒 Olive oil
🧀 6 oz Brie cheese
🥐 1 (8 oz) tube of crescent dough
🥓 5 strips of bacon
Instructions:
- Prep the Vegetables:
- Slice the eggplant into thin rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture, then pat dry with a paper towel.
- Dice the tomato and chop the fresh parsley.
- Cook the Bacon:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until they are crispy. Remove from heat, drain on paper towels, and crumble into pieces.
- Prepare the Eggplant:
- In the same skillet with a little olive oil, add the eggplant slices. Sprinkle with paprika, white pepper, and spicy chili flakes. Sauté until tender and golden brown. Set aside.
- Prepare the Dough:
- Preheat the oven according to the crescent dough package instructions.
- Roll out the crescent dough on a baking sheet to form a large pizza base, pinching the seams together.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Evenly distribute the sautéed eggplant onto the dough, followed by the diced tomato.
- Place slices of Brie cheese across the top and sprinkle crumbled bacon over everything.
- Finish with the dried oregano and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Bake:
- Bake in the oven until the crescent dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, approximately 15-20 minutes.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with fresh parsley before slicing and serving.
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cooking Tips:
- For extra flavor, add some minced garlic to the sautéed eggplant.
- Substitute Brie with mozzarella or goat cheese for a different flavor profile.
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