To say my fridge is overflowing would be the grand understatement of the year. It’s one of those situations where you can’t fit anything else in there, but strangely you still need to go to the grocery store. Will somebody please tell me how that works? Part of the problem is that I way overbought champagne for our jewelry party a couple weekends ago. Which means there are 4 large bottles of champagne stuffed in there. And about 6 bottles of wine, which is odd considering I don’t often drink white wine. I’m trying my best to work my way through it, but I don’t generally like to drink champagne unless it’s some sort of special occasion. I know. Life is incredibly tough.
Since I’ll be in San Francisco for Foodbuzz Festival this weekend, it became necessary that I clean the fridge out. I landed upon a huge bundle of asparagus that I bought at the grocery store because it was only $1.88. But then I forgot to use it. So, I frantically started searching the interwebs for asparagus recipes. That weren’t omelets, risottos, or side dishes covered in hollandaise (which don’t get me wrong, is amazing).
The Perfect Pantry had the perfect recipe. I haven’t made a pita pizza since middle school when I’d come home from school, eat the biggest snack on Earth, and then put on a leotard and go to dancing school. I still don’t know how I did it. Not that I actually moved around in dance class much as Katie and I were pretty much kicked out every day for talking. Some things never change.
Anyway, these pita pizzas are a bit more grown up as they involve asparagus, bacon, and eggs. You really can add anything you like, though. Clean out that pantry, why don’t you? Me? I used up the asparagus, some cheese, eggs, tomatoes, and thyme; but headed back to the grocery store for the rest of the ingredients. It’s a brutal cycle here.
Asparagus, Bacon, and Egg Pita PIzza (serves 2):
• 6 slices of bacon
• 8 asparagus spears, trimmed
• 2 8-inch whole wheat pitas
• 8 large, thin slices of cheddar, swiss, or any flavorful cheese
• 2 sprigs of thyme
• 2 T grated parmesan or gruyere
• 2 eggs, at room temperature
• 6 cherry tomatoes, chopped
• Fresh black pepper
Set oven to: 425 degrees
Place bacon in a frying pan over low heat.
Cook the bacon until the it is browned, but not crisp (it will finish cooking in the oven later).
Place it on a paper towel-lined plate and dry.
In the meantime, boil a small pot of water. Drop in the asparagus spears and cook for one minute. Drain and rinse under cold water to stop cooking process. Dry on paper towel.
Put pita bread on a lightly-oiled rimmed baking sheet. Layer sliced cheese, then bacon, then asparagus. Scatter thyme and sprinkle with parmesan and black pepper.
Bake at 425 degrees for 5 minutes, until cheese starts to melt. Remove from oven (but don’t turn oven off).
Crack an egg into a small dish, without breaking yolk. Slide egg onto the center of the pita. Repeat with second egg and pita.
I had some tomatoes I wanted to use up, so I added those on, too.
Put tray back in oven for 7-10 minutes, watching to see when egg is set.
Remove from oven and you’re ready to dig in! I had my fork and knife all ready, but then ended up just picking the pita up and eating it like pizza. Because, you know, that’s kind of what it is.
I like it best when the yolk is runny (otherwise, what’s the point?!), which is why you need to keep your eye on it as it bakes. This has further convinced me that eggs make absolutely everything better. Though I’m sure the bacon didn’t hurt either.
For the amount of time this took (barely any) and the level of satisfaction it brought me (super high), this was an ideal meal. And, I mean, I’d eat it for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Possibly all three on the same day. Especially if I had another big bundle of asparagus I needed to use up.
On that note, I’m off to clean out the rest of my fridge and see what else I find. And tomorrow being the start of Foodbuzz Festival seems reason enough to celebrate by popping open a bottle of champagne, yes? You know, only to clear up some room in the refrigerator. Who else will I be seeing at Foodbuzz Fest? I can’t wait!
Is your fridge always full or always empty?
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what a creative way to use up food! have a great time at foodbuzz:-)
Yum! this looks delicious! have a great time at the festival!
This looks so pretty! I am a huge fan of pita pizzas. They’re great in a pinch and I like that everyone can add their own toppings. My fridge is not always full. I try to carefully plan our food out throughout the week so we use up all of our fresh veggies & fruits. In fact, Fridays are my normal food shopping day so we’re getting down to the minimum
Susie, seriously call me when you want an excuse to pop a bottle of champagne. Trust me, I’m your girl.
Have a fab time in SF! Can’t wait to hear all about it when you get back!
omg, i do the same thing! (with the full fridge and STILL need ot go to the store) LOVE the egg (and asparagus) on pizzas!! have fun at the festival this weekend!!! i’m going to miss it
your pizza looks great! i like the idea of an egg on top for protein, too.
hope you have a great time at the foodbuzz fest..wish i could be there!
growing up my moms fridge was always filled to capacity… and when i moved out i noticed that I was copping some prett bad habits and wasting food… and money! so now every sunday i go through my cupboards and recipe books and create a menu plan. Everything that is needed for the menu plan is the only thing i shop for. I try to keep the bill under $40… but its helpful and nothing goes to waste! yay!
aw, man. I wish I had some asparagus. This would make the perfect lunch! I think eggs make everything better, too
I love pizzas with egg. Shaved asparagus will be awesome here too. Have an awesome time at the Foosbuzz Festival!
Ashlee and I just made our first pit stop at the grandparents house on the way to the foodbuzz festival. We are very excited. We look forward to meeting you in San Fransisco!!! Look us up!! Oh by the way we packed homemade jams and butters that we made for the gift exchange.
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Yum!! What a great combination. I love how quick it is, too. Perfect for those late nights. Thanks
Always, always full! But never with anything I want to eat.
the last time i cracked an egg for the oven it slid off. mess! but still yummy. see you soon in san fran!
My fridge is always empty. My friends make fun of me all the time for never having food in my fridge. I always buy what I need as I need it – and then eat it! Have fun at the festival!
this looks BEAUTIFUL !! how delicious it must be…
I wish I was able to go to foodbuzz (we are out of town DANG) and meet you !!
Finding a perfect fridge cleanout recipe is so gratifying! my fridge is generally full on Sundays, empty on Saturdays – but my freezer is another story. Always jampacked. I have no clue what’s in there! Enjoy SF!
Gorgeous and delicious!! I’d have this for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Or snacks for that matter. And I agree – eggs make anything better!
yum! i used to eat at an italian place on newbury alllll the time that had a pizza resembling this. i loved the runny yolk with the tartness of the tomatoes!
These are so cute and colorful!! I love it!
holy crap i need to make this now, it reminds me of the pizza i had in italy! yumm!
Pretty good dinner for cleaning out the fridge! Our fridge is always full which can be a bad thing sometimes ha Have fun at food buzz fest!
This looks so simple and seems like it can be adapted for all kinds of fridge overload!
Nice recipe, we are breakfast for dinner people, look forward to trying, thanks for a great recipe idea..
What a delicious way to clean out the frig! My frig is usually pretty empty unless I’m stocked for a specific recipe or occasion. I always have eggs in a pinch
What a sophisticated meal!
That looks really good!
Love the runny yolk!
Eggs on pizza sounds such a good idea for breakfast pizza. Here are my ideas for four pita pizza at http://desigrub.com/2010/12/pita-pizzas/ . I would love to hear your feedback on these four ideas.
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