Caramelized Onion and Fig Pizza with Goat Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large yellow onions, sliced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 8 fresh figs, sliced
• 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
• 1 cup fresh arugula
• 1 tablespoon balsamic reduction

Method

1. 01
   Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
2. 02
   Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and season with salt and pepper.
3. 03
   Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized.
4. 04
   Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
5. 05
   Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto a piece of parchment paper.
6. 06
   Spread the caramelized onions evenly over the dough, followed by sliced figs and crumbled goat cheese.
7. 07
   Use the parchment paper to transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
8. 08
   Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
9. 09
   Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh arugula and a drizzle of balsamic reduction.
10. 10
    Slice the pizza and serve immediately.