Beautiful, delicious, nutrient rich asparagus served a new way that the entire family will love.  Makes 2 small pizzas.  Serves 4-8.  Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 (22-ounce) package whole wheat pizza dough, split in two

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 cups grated mozzerella

• 1 bunch asparagus (20-40 stalks)

• ¼ cup grated Parmesan, preferably Parmigiano Reggiano

• ¼ cup chopped pistachio nuts

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)

• pinch of salt

PREPARATION

1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

2. Roll out or stretch each piece of dough to about 12-inch round and place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.

3. Spread 1 tablespoon EVOO on each pizza, then sprinkle with salt, garlic and mozzarella.

4. Trim asparagus to about 6-inches long, slicing any thick stalks in half lengthwise.

5. Lay asparagus out in radiating pattern over cheese.

6. Sprinkle Parmesan and pistachios over the asparagus.

7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is golden brown.

8. Serve warm.