Where does the time go?
I can’t believe that it is Friday Night Bite time again. Before I share with you this week’s delight,
I wanted to give you a quick update regarding the results of the Make-a-Wish
Foundation auction for Team Chloe that was held last Saturday. If you recall, I shared photos of the three cakes that I created and donated to the auction and I am pleased to say that
they raised more money than last year.
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Drum roll please ……………………………........................................ $1,150 dollars was raised from
the sale of my cakes which goes towards making an ill child’s dream come true. I
can’t explain what an unbelievable feeling that it. It brought me extraordinary joy when I found
out. Knowing that; simply making cakes can help bring a smile to a child’s face
and special memories to their family, is simply priceless. My eyes are welling up right now with tears
of joy. One of the greatest things a
person can do is to give back.
I am excited to share this week’s Friday Night Bites. It is a simple appetizer with an unusual
combination of flavors that are a delight for your taste buds. With a busy week I took advantage of the
bounty from Trader Joe’s. This week is
Bacon and Blueberry Jam Pizza. I know –
bacon and blueberry jam? Trust me, it is
divine. Hubby was raving to his co-workers about how tasty it was.
All you need to do is purchase a bag of the pre-made pizza
dough or you can make your own. Next
half fry some applewood smoked bacon and purchase ricotta cheese along with
blueberry jam. That’s it. If you have some handmade blueberry jam
laying around, by all means, use it. You
know I love making jam and that was the one flavor I did not have, so you know
what I will be making in the next several weeks. Smile. The results is nothing short of
perfection. The recipe is a bit loose,
but I think you will get it and be simple delighted with the results. Enjoy with a great Zinfandel or Cabernet
Sauvignon. Bon Appetite!
Bacon and Blueberry Jam Pizza
1 package pizza dough or handmade
Ricotta Cheese
Blueberry Jam
Olive oil
Garlic powder
Salt
Decide if you want a large pizza or individual ones. Roll or stretch out the dough to the desired
size. Drizzle olive oil to cover dough
and spread with a pastry brush. Sprinkle
garlic powder over the dough. Spread
ricotta cheese over pizza and leave about one inch of dough showing. Sprinkle with a bit of salt.
Cook the applewood smoked bacon in a skillet and cook about
halfway or a bit more. It will finish
cooking on the pizza. Remove from the
pan and cut into half or thirds. Lay on
the pizza.
Heat oven to 500 degrees and use a pizza stone for ultimate
cooking. Be sure to let the pizza stone
get really hot and do not add the pizza for 10 minute after the oven reaches
500 degrees. Use a pizza peel to lay the
pizza on the stone and remove from the oven.
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and drizzle with the
blueberry jam. Cut into slices or wedges
and enjoy!
Congratulations to you and your wonderful cakes - for raising so much money! xo
ReplyDeleteBacon + blueberry jam on a pizza?! You're a genius, Lisa! This looks delicious. :D
Thank you Valerie! It was such a wonderful feeling to raise $$$ for a great cause.
DeleteLooks absolutely tempting.. nice clicks too!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by!
DeleteUhhhh yes please! I want this :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow
Thank you for stopping by!
DeleteI might have been a bit leery of this recipe had I not made a strawberry pizza several years ago that has been one of the number one favorites on my blog and also a huge family hit. So I know this is wonderful and such a fun, unique treat!
ReplyDeleteHubby simply raved about this pizza. Your strawberry pizza sounds amazing! Is it on your blog?
DeleteCongrats on you cakes! That is such an amazing contribution.
ReplyDeleteMy dad used to make me toast with jelly and bacon - this pizza looks like a grown up version of that, what a great idea! Thanks for sharing
Thank you Cate! Hope you have a terrific weekend.
DeleteSo thrilled for you and the money raised from your beautiful cakes! What a unique pizza, sounds like the perfect blend of sweet and savory!
ReplyDeleteThank you Laura!!
DeleteWhat a unique combination, sounds like a wonderful pizza!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on all the money raised, what a great cause!
Lisa, how wonderful about the money raised on your gorgeous cakes - such a worthy cause! Love the pizza...I love blueberries in savory dishes, so I know this will be a real hit in my home too!
ReplyDeleteThank you Carol!
DeleteLisa this pizza looks wonderful, I really like the blueberry and bacon combo. Congrats on all the money raised for the organizations from your beautiful cakes.
ReplyDeleteThank you Suzanne!!!
DeleteAww, that's great that you were able to raise so much! Good job. :)
ReplyDeleteAnd this pizza looks awesome. Very creative, too. :)
Thank you Erin! It was such a great feeling to raise money to help others.
DeleteLisa-wow this pizza looks good!!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the money raised from your beautiful cakes and to the lucky people who brought them home ;-)
Have a wonderful weekend ;-)
Thank you Patty! Enjoy your weekend too. Let's plan a lunch soon and catch up!
DeleteWhat a great idea!! need to try this!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by!! Have a brilliant weekend.
DeleteIt looks like an amazing topping for pizza! I love those combinations. I eat toast with sharp cheese and a dark berry jam on top all the time, but I never thought of adding bacon. So great to hear about your cakes Lisa! They were gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by! Love the idea of toast with cheddar and jam. Brilliant!!!
DeleteThis pizza looks absolutely delicious (what fun toppings!) and your pictures are amazing!
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Congrats on raising so much money, yay!
ReplyDeleteJust bought pizza dough at TJs and I just might make this--love salty and sweet together. This is perfect!
This is so odd to me that it's awesome! I always like the sweet and savoury combo, so I'm sure this will be a winner in my books! Bacon and blueberry, huh? Loving it...
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on raising that much money with your amazing cakes!
ReplyDeleteFriday night it's pizza night around here and can't wait to try jam on mine! Thanks for the inspiration Lisa!
I'd love if you link it to this month Bake your own bread round-up http://www.roxanashomebaking.com/chocolate-buttermilk-bread-recipe/ (scroll to the bottom of the post)
Roxana
Really proud of you for the money you raised-big congrats, Lisa. Pizza night could be every night here if it were up to me. This is a fun and yummy pizza combo.
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