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Nutty Pesto & Turkey Personal Pizzas

  • Ground
  • Cooked turkey
  • Leftover turkey
  • Dinner
  • Snack
  • Entertaining
  • Everyday
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Ingredients

  • 4 tbsp (50 mL) olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) red onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 lb (455 g) ground Ontario turkey*
  • 6 whole wheat pitas
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) coarse salt
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) dried oregano
  • 6 tbsp (90 mL) pesto
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) pine nuts, toasted
  • 1 cup (250 mL) Asiago cheese

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large skillet on medium, heat 2 tbsp oil. Add onions and sauté for five minutes. Add garlic and sauté two minutes more.
  • Add ground turkey and sauté until completely cooked and starting to brown. Approx. 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Brush each pita with remaining olive oil. Season each pita with salt and oregano. Spread each pita with 1 tbsp of pesto. Divide turkey mixture evenly between the six pitas. Repeat with pine nuts and cheese.
  • Transfer pizzas to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden.

Chef's Tips

  • Use leftover cooked turkey instead of ground!

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