Bagel Pizza with Pineapple

Pineapple Bagel Pizza: A Tropical Twist on a Classic

Ingredients:

• 2 plain bagels, halved

• 1 cup pizza sauce

• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1/2 cup diced pineapple (fresh or canned)

• 1/4 cup sliced red onion

• 1/4 cup sliced ham or Canadian bacon (optional)

• Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Prepare the Bagels:

   • Place the bagel halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.

3. Spread Pizza Sauce:

   • Spoon pizza sauce evenly over each bagel half, spreading it to the edges.

4. Add Cheese and Toppings:

   • Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza sauce on each bagel half.

   • Distribute diced pineapple, sliced red onion, and optional ham or Canadian bacon over the cheese.

5. Bake in the Oven:

   • Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the edges of the bagels are golden brown.

6. Garnish and Serve:

   • Remove the bagel pizzas from the oven. If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor.

7. Slice and Enjoy:

   • Allow the bagel pizzas to cool for a minute or two before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious pineapple bagel pizza!

Feel free to customize the toppings according to your preferences. You can add other ingredients like sliced bell peppers, olives, or cooked and crumbled bacon for extra flavor. This recipe is versatile and allows you to get creative with your favorite pizza toppings. Enjoy your tropical twist on classic bagel pizza!