Ingredients
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- 1 pre-made pizza dough or homemade crust
- 3 large onions, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese (or Swiss cheese)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish (optional)
- Optional: a splash of balsamic vinegar for caramelizing onions
Instructions
- Caramelize the onions: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and sugar, cooking slowly until deep golden brown, about 25-30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then stir in dried thyme and balsamic vinegar if using. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the pizza base: Spread your pre-made or homemade pizza dough evenly on a baking sheet or pizza pan. Pre-bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 8 minutes to prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread caramelized onions over the partially baked crust. Top generously with shredded Gruyère and sprinkle Parmesan. Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired.
- Bake the pizza: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown with crispy edges.
- Serve and garnish: Remove from oven, let sit for a couple of minutes, then garnish with additional thyme if desired. Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, use vegetarian-friendly cheese and ensure your crust contains no animal-derived ingredients.
- Substitute Gruyère with Swiss, mozzarella, or other melting cheeses for a similar savory taste.
- Caramelizing onions takes time, so plan ahead; slow cooking yields best flavor.
- For a low-carb variation, try a cauliflower crust or other keto-friendly bases.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg