Pizza Night: Poblano & Pepper Jack Pizza

Not surprisingly, pizza is a favorite in many households. Personally, I love it just because it's so darn versatile; there are so many different toppings, sauces, and types of crust to choose from, and each combination is delicious in its own unique way.

Today's recipe takes flavors that I love to add a mexi-twist to the traditionally italian-style flavors of the pizza. Try it at home - or try your own mix of flavors based on what you love best!

Poblano & Pepper Jack Pizza

1 packet thin & crispy pizza dough mix

3 tbs olive oil

1 tsp cumin

2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed

1 large poblano pepper

1 small red onion, sliced into wedges

1 avocado, chopped

1 1/2 cups pepper jack cheese, shredded 

1/2 cup store-bought salsa verde

fresh cilantro 

Mix olive oil, cumin and garlic in a small container.

Preheat grill pan at medium-high heat. Brush poblano pepper and red onion with cumin & garlic olive oil and grill for 5 minutes, or until charring begins. Remove from heat and slice poblano into 1/4-inch strips.

Prepare the pizza dough as listed on package. Bake dough for 2-3 minutes to set, then brush with remaining cumin & garlic oil. Add salsa verde and spread over pizza, leaving edges for crust. Top with pepper jack cheese, red onions, and poblano pepper. Bake in pre-heated oven for 10 minutes.

Remove pizza from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Top with chopped avocado and fresh cilantro. Slice and serve.

This pizza was so good, I'm already itching to make it again! If you're afraid of the spice, substitute the poblano pepper with a green bell pepper and the pepper jack cheese for a shredded monterey jack.

Have your own great recipe for a funky and fun pizza? Let me know what combinations you like best...I'd love to try them!

Cheers!