Mini Bagel Pizzas Two Ways (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 mini bagels, split in half
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1/4 cup butter, melted
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2 teaspoons garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1 cup marinara sauce
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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24 fresh basil leaves
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8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced (about 16 slices)
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Optional garnishes: chopped fresh parsley, red pepper flakes
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Combine melted butter, garlic, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese. Dip the cut sides of the bagels in the butter mixture and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 5 minutes
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While bagels toast, toss halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil and remaining Italian seasoning
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Spread marinara sauce on half of the toasted bagels. Top all bagels with mozzarella slices. On the bagels without marinara, add half of the basil and tomatoes. Sprinkle all bagels with Parmesan cheese
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Bake for 10 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly
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Top the basil and tomato pizzas with remaining basil. Garnish with parsley and red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve warm
# Notes:
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Use any type of mini bagel you prefer
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Customize with your favorite pizza toppings
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For a crispier bagel, toast longer or use higher oven temperature
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Dried basil can be substituted if fresh is unavailable