Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble

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A rich flatbread topped with savory wagyu bacon, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a crunchy garlic herb crumble for a balanced, indulgent appetizer. This american-inspired pizza ready in about 35 minutes pairs pizza dough, chopped wagyu bacon, halved cherry tomatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F. Roll out 1 lb pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12x14-inch rectangle and place on a baking sheet.
  2. Step 2: In a skillet over medium heat, cook 6 oz chopped wagyu bacon for 5-6 minutes until crisp and rendered. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, the garlic and thyme sauté, and 3 tbsp cold unsalted butter cubes. Use your fingers to crumble and mix until coarse crumbs form.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil evenly over the dough. Scatter cooked wagyu bacon and 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes over the top, then sprinkle the garlic herb crumble evenly, seasoning with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the crumble is crisp. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Wagyu Bacon and Cherry Tomato Flatbread with Garlic Herb Crumble?

American pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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