Easy Creamed Pea, Mint & Bacon Flatbread
This easy creamed pea, mint & bacon flatbread features a creamy pea sauce, fresh mint, crispy bacon, and melty Gruyère on a golden flatbread crust. A fresh and flavorful spring dinner or appetizer.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 20 MINS
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: PIZZA | APPETIZER
- Method: BAKED
- Cuisine: AMERICAN
Ingredients
Flatbread
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1 (16-ounce) bag deli pizza dough
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2 tablespoons olive oil
Creamed Pea & Mint Sauce
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2 cups fresh peas
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4 sprigs fresh mint
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2 cloves garlic, smashed
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2½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided
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½ cup sour cream
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½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Toppings
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 cups fresh baby spinach
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1 cup shredded Gruyère cheese
Optional Garnish
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Fresh mint leaves
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Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 450°F. Lightly spray a 14-inch cast-iron baking pan or pizza pan with cooking spray.
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On a floured surface, roll dough into a 14-inch rectangle or oval. Transfer to pan, prick all over with a fork, and brush with olive oil.
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Bake crust until lightly golden, 8–10 minutes.
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Meanwhile, combine peas, mint sprigs, garlic, 2 teaspoons salt, and enough water to cover by 1 inch in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook 3–4 minutes until peas are tender. Drain and discard mint sprigs.
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Transfer pea mixture to a food processor. Add sour cream, pepper, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Blend until smooth.
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Spread creamed pea mixture over crust, leaving a ½-inch border.
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Top with bacon, spinach, and Gruyère cheese.
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Bake until cheese is melted and lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
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Garnish with fresh mint and crushed red pepper, if desired. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
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Frozen peas may be substituted for fresh—thaw before cooking.
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Gruyère can be swapped for mozzarella or fontina.
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The pea sauce can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated.