Margherita Pita Pizza

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!! I want to send out a big THANK YOU to all of the service men and women who have served our country. Many people know this weekend to be a big barbecue-fest, and a way to welcome the summer season in, but hopefully while we all celebrate with our loved ones, we don't forget the reason that we have this holiday. Many men and women, and their families, have made the ultimate sacrafice to maintain our freedom and the way of life we all love.

I wanted to make something festive to celebrate, but I had a friend in from out of town and we went back home to see friends and family, therefore I was not cooking any this weekend. Instead I have this delicious oven-baked pita pizza to share with you! In case today is your day of rest, after a busy weekend of parties and barbecues, you can stay in the comfort of your own air-conditioned home and cook up a delicious pita pizza for yourself, or several for your family! In case you haven't noticed, I've been on a little bit of a tomato, basil, and mozzarella kick the past couple of weeks.  You know why that is? Because it's frickin' delicious, that's why!! And it gives me an excuse to use balsamic vinegar. It's a sickness, I'm aware.

I enjoyed the long weekend, and spending time with family and friends that I don't get to see nearly enough, but all that catching up sure does wear me out!! Today is about relaxing, remembering our troops, and getting ready for the rest of the week, back to reality. I hope you all had a wonderful weekend, filled with love and laughter, and today - rest!

Margherita Pita Pizza

Source: Pampered Chef - It's Good For You

Ingredients

• 2 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, pressed
• 4 flat pita rounds (no pockets)
• 2 roma tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella
• 2 Tbsp snipped fresh basil leaves

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil, and set aside.
2. In a small bowl, combine the oil, Italian seasoning, vinegar, and garlic and mix well.
3. Place the pita rounds on the baking sheet, and brush the top with the oil and spice mixture. Then, top the pita with a few 4-5 tomato slices and mozzarella.
4. Bake the pizzas for 10-12 minutes, until cheese is melted and edges are browned.
5. Remove from the oven and sprinkle each pizza with basil strips. Cut into fours and eat warm!