Guaco de Gallo

A Delectable Marriage of Tex-Mex Favorites

'Za Mon! (A story about a love for pizza)

Cilantro Pesto - Roasted Red Pepper - Belgium Goat Cheese - Pizza

Some would call me a pizza connoisseur. Pizza is so simple to make and the options for creativity are endless. Not to mention, in 2011 Congress passed a bill that would allow a slice of pizza to be considered a full serving of vegetables, dispelling any grief I could have for consuming my favorite food.

Austin is a fantastic place for pizza lovers. Establishments like East Side Pies and The Parlor immediately come to mind as being top-notch in terms of creative, quality 'za. Unfortunately, as you may have learned from reviewing your monthly bank statements, being a VISTA makes regularly patronizing these types of places a bit difficult. However, I highly encourage you to save $20 and indulge yourself to gather ideas and inspiration to bring back to the kitchen.

Ok, now on to the details. This pizza begins with a garlic and butter base and ends with the most succulent combination of roasted sweet red peppers and artisan goat cheese. In the middle of this goodness lies a homemade cilantro pesto that is as versatile as a six armed monkey.