West Loop Style Spicy Pine Nut and Prosciutto Flatbread

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A thin flatbread topped with melted mozzarella, prosciutto, toasted pine nuts, and a drizzle of spicy honey for a perfect blend of sweet and savory. This american-inspired pizza ready in about 35 minutes pairs flatbread dough, mozzarella cheese, shredded, prosciutto slices 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 and lightly oil a baking sheet with 1 tbsp olive oil.
  2. Step 2: Roll out 1 lb flatbread dough into a 12x14 inch oval and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the dough, then layer 4 oz prosciutto slices across the top.
  4. Step 4: Toast 1/4 cup pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly until golden and fragrant; sprinkle evenly over the flatbread.
  5. Step 5: Drizzle 1 tbsp olive oil over the flatbread and season lightly with 1/4 tsp salt.
  6. Step 6: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  7. Step 7: Meanwhile, mix 2 tbsp honey with 1/2 tsp red chili flakes.
  8. Step 8: After baking, remove flatbread from oven and drizzle the spicy honey evenly on top. Slice and serve warm.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does West Loop Style Spicy Pine Nut and Prosciutto Flatbread 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 West Loop Style Spicy Pine Nut and Prosciutto Flatbread?

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 flatbread dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in West Loop Style Spicy Pine Nut and Prosciutto Flatbread?

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 West Loop Style Spicy Pine Nut and Prosciutto Flatbread 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 West Loop Style Spicy Pine Nut and Prosciutto Flatbread?

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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