Herbal Pesto Mozzarella Melt Pizza

1. Preheat Broiler

Start by preheating your broiler. This is crucial because the intense heat will quickly melt the mozzarella and give it a delightful bubbly, browned finish.

2. Prepare Pizza Crust

While the broiler is heating up, take your parbaked pizza crust and spread the basil pesto evenly over it, making sure to leave a ½-inch border around the edges. This border will help keep the pesto from spilling over as it cooks.

3. Add Mozzarella

Next, scatter the grated mozzarella over the pesto layer. The goal is to cover the pesto but still let some green peek through.

4. Broil Pizza

Once your pizza is prepped, carefully place it under the broiler. Keep a close eye on it, as broiling can go from perfect to burnt in a matter of seconds. You’ll know it’s done when the cheese is bubbly and has golden brown spots.

5. Cool and Serve

Remove the pizza from the broiler and let it cool for a minute or two before cutting it into 4 slices. This short cooling period allows the cheese to set slightly, making it easier to slice and serve. Enjoy your deliciously simple Herbal Pesto Mozzarella Melt Pizza!