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Charred Bacon Jam Pizza

Charred Bacon Jam Pizza balances smoky bacon richness with creamy ricotta and melty mozzarella, brightened by peppery arugula and a glossy drizzle of balsamic. Pesto adds herbal depth while crispy bacon and ricotta salata bring texture and salty snap. Serve hot off the grill for a fun weeknight dinner or a shareable weekend gathering.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook10 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Charred Bacon Jam Pizza
  1. 1

    Preheat a gas grill with all burners on High for 10 to 15 minutes.

  2. 2

    Shape the pizza dough and brush it with olive oil.

  3. 3

    Lower the flame on half of the grill burners to Low to create zones of direct and indirect heat.

  4. 4

    Carefully place the dough, oiled side down, on the grill over direct heat; close the lid.

  5. 5

    Grill the dough until the bottom is just barely cooked and has char marks, 1 to 3 minutes.

  6. 6

    Flip the dough and cook for 2 to 3 more minutes.

  7. 7

    Transfer the dough to a baking sheet.

  8. 8

    Spread bacon jam over the pizza dough; sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the dough.

  9. 9

    Place small dollops of ricotta cheese onto the pizza.

  10. 10

    Scatter the cooked bacon pieces over the pizza.

  11. 11

    Return the pizza to the grill and cook until the cheese has melted, 3 to 4 more minutes.

  12. 12

    Scatter small pieces of arugula onto the pizza.

  13. 13

    Add pesto; drizzle with balsamic glaze.

  14. 14

    Scatter ricotta salata crumbles over the pizza.

  15. 15

    Cut into wedges and serve.