Description
This Turkey and Cranberry Pizza is a delightful twist on traditional pizza, combining savory leftover turkey with sweet cranberry sauce, fresh spinach, and a blend of cheeses on a crispy crust. Perfect for using Thanksgiving leftovers or enjoying a unique flavor combination any time of year.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (or homemade if preferred)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup leftover cooked turkey, shredded
- ½ cup cranberry sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup crumbled goat cheese (optional)
- ½ cup baby spinach leaves
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone to prepare for baking.
- Prepare the Crust: Brush the pizza crust evenly with olive oil. This step ensures the crust becomes crispy and flavorful as it bakes.
- Spread the Sauce: Using a spoon or spatula, spread the cranberry sauce evenly over the prepared crust, creating a sweet and tangy base layer.
- Layer the Toppings: Distribute the shredded cooked turkey evenly over the cranberry sauce, followed by baby spinach leaves and thinly sliced red onions for freshness and crunch.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over all the toppings. If you like, add crumbled goat cheese on top for an extra creaminess and depth of flavor.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden, and the crust is crisp and lightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven. Garnish it with chopped fresh rosemary for an aromatic touch, season with salt and pepper to taste, slice, and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use a homemade pizza crust if you prefer to make the base from scratch.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the turkey and add more spinach or other veggies.
- Adjust the amount of cranberry sauce based on your desired sweetness level.
- Goat cheese is optional but adds a nice tangy flavor that complements the cranberry sauce.
- Leftover turkey works best for this recipe, making it ideal for post-holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
