Pissaladière

 

Pissaladière is the French equivalent of the Italian Pizza but with a twist. It’s a delightful Provençal dish featuring a savory crust topped with salty anchovies, briny black olives, caramelized onions, and fragrant garlic covered with either shredded mozzarella cheese or gruyere cheese. Throw In some herbs such as thyme and rosemary to elevate its flavor profile. Traditionally served as an appetizer or snack in southern France, it's highly recommended for anyone seeking authentic Mediterranean cuisine!

Ingredients

½ cup anchovy paste

1 sheet of pizza dough, ready-made

½ cup black olives, pitted

3 cloves of garlic, crushed

3 onions, in rings

6 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp oregano

1 tbsp rosemary

1 tsp Provencal herbs

pepper

½ Cup of Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or Gruyere cheese

Directions

Preheat the oven to 410 F

Sauté the onions in 6 tablespoons of olive oil for 15 minutes. Add the garlic, Provencal herbs, oregano, and rosemary. Season with pepper.

Roll out the pizza dough on an oven tray and divide the onions over it.

Top with the anchovy paste and the black olives covered with shredded cheese. Place the pizza in the oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

 

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