Margherita Pizza Pierogy Skewers
Margherita Pizza Pierogy SkewersPrep time: 10 minutesTotal time: 35 minutesServings: 9Pizza Skewers:1 box (12.8 ounces) Mrs. T’s Mini Classic Cheddar Pierogies3 cups cherry tomatoes2 tablespoons olive oil, plus additional for brushing pierogies, divided1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon oregano1-2 cups mozzarella balls (18 total)fresh basil leavesbamboo skewers (10 inches)Fresh Pesto:2 cups fresh basil2 garlic cloves, peeled1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup pine nuts1/4 grated Parmesan cheesesalt, to taste ground black pepper, to tastePreheat air fryer to 400 F.To make pizza skewers: In small bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, olive oil, salt, ground black pepper and oregano; toss to coat. Transfer tomatoes to air fryer tray or basket. Cook in air fryer 10 minutes, or until tomatoes are slightly charred; remove and set aside.Lay pierogies on same tray or basket. Make sure not to overlap. Lightly brush each side with olive oil. Cook about 12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Flip halfway through cooking.To make pesto: In food processor, process basil; garlic; olive oil; pine nuts; Parmesan cheese; salt, to taste; and pepper, to taste, until smooth. (If preferred, use store-bought pesto.)Add one pierogy to bamboo skewer followed by one tomato, one mozzarella ball and one basil leaf. Repeat with ingredients until each skewer is filled. Drizzle with pesto.Visit MrsTsPierogies.com for more recipe inspiration. More