Pizza with Prune Jam, Balsamic-Glazed Bacon and Fresh Mint

1. Prepare prune marmalade: Combine prunes, water and sugar in medium-sized saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

2. Puree mixture in blender; set aside to cool. Transfer to a squeeze bottle.

3. Preheat oven to 400 F. Line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack over the top. Lace the 8 strips of bacon on the rack. Bake about 15 to 20 minutes or until crispy, turning halfway through.

4. Remove bacon from oven and dress with balsamic vinegar glaze; set aside. Turn up oven up to 500 F. Place pizza stone in oven

5. On floured countertop, stretch dough into a circular shape about 10 to 11 inches in diameter. Drizzle a tablespoon of olive oil on crust. Top with mozzarella cheese and la tur cheese. Add cooked bacon slices.

6. Place pizza on preheated stone; bake 6 to 7 until browned.

7. To serve, cut pizza into slices; squeeze 2 to 3 dots prune marmalade on each slice. Finish with salt, fresh mint and remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Serve immediately.

Photograph courtesy of California Prune Board