Paula Deen's Bacon and Scallop Pizza

Indulge in the gourmet fusion of land and sea with Paula Deen's Bacon and Scallop Pizza, a luxurious twist on classic pizza night. This recipe combines crispy, smoky bacon with tender, golden-seared scallops atop a creamy garlic-Parmesan sauce that perfectly complements the rich flavors. The pizza is finished with a generous sprinkle of melty mozzarella cheese and a dash of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Crafted with a golden, cornmeal-dusted crust, this dish is baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, creating a mouthwatering balance of textures and flavors. Perfect for a special dinner or an elevated take on comfort food, this seafood-inspired bacon pizza is as irresistible as it is easy to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 8 large Scallops
• 6 slices Bacon
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 small Shallot
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cornmeal

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

Step 2

Lightly flour a work surface and roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Sprinkle a baking sheet or pizza peel with cornmeal, then transfer the dough to the prepared surface.

Step 3

In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon from the skillet, drain on paper towels, and crumble into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, sear the scallops in 1 tablespoon of olive oil for 1-2 minutes on each side, until golden brown. They should be partially cooked. Remove and set aside.

Step 5

Finely chop the garlic and shallot. In a small saucepan, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and shallot until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the heavy cream to the saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Spread the garlic cream sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Evenly distribute the crumbled bacon and seared scallops on top of the cheese.

Step 9

Season the pizza with the salt and black pepper, then transfer it to the preheated oven (or onto the pizza stone). Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley as a garnish.

Step 11

Slice and serve hot. Enjoy this delightful fusion of smoky bacon and sweet, tender scallops!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1354.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3034.1

Total Fat 145.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.5g
Cholesterol 442.2mg	0%
Sodium 6774.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 242.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.1g	0%
Total Sugars 7.4g
Protein 177.3g	0%

Vitamin D 34.8IU	0%
Calcium 1788.9mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2202.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.8%

Protein: 23.7%

Carbs: 32.5%