Ham and Swiss Dijon Pizza (Print View)
Ham, Swiss cheese, pear, and thyme on crisp crust, topped with honey Dijon sauce for a gourmet pizza.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cheese and Dairy
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1 cup shredded light Swiss cheese
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2 tablespoons mayonnaise
→ Condiments and Oils
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2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ Meat and Protein
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4 slices deli ham, cut into 1 inch squares
→ Fresh Produce
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1/2 pear, thinly sliced
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3 sprigs fresh thyme
→ Breads and Doughs
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1 portion pizza crust dough or one 9 inch premade pizza crust
# Directions:
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Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and mayonnaise in a bowl until fully blended.
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Set the oven temperature to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Roll out pizza dough. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 5 to 6 minutes or until the crust is partially baked, then remove and cool for 3 minutes. Skip this step if using a premade pizza crust.
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Brush olive oil evenly over the crust. Arrange ham pieces on top, then sprinkle with shredded Swiss cheese and fresh thyme. Distribute pear slices evenly over the pizza.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and begins to turn golden brown.
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Let the pizza rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Drizzle with the prepared honey Dijon sauce, slice, and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For optimal flavor, use ripe but firm pear to prevent excess moisture on the crust.