Last weekend some co-workers and I got our stretch on for a 5k run. The run was organized by a junior high student with all proceeds benefitting our non-profit client, Childhelp.

The turn out and weather were both great for a day of running, walking and supporting a local organization. In good athlete fashion, we of course needed to celebrate with lunch and mimosas after our 3 mile run!

The run began and ended at a local pub called Spoke & Wheel. On weekends they have brunch and a Bloody Mary bar. 



Among salads, sandwiches and appetizers, they had a great list of burgers. I went for the Bacon Truffle Burger: lettuce, tomato, smoked bacon, white truffle oil,
provolone, and balsamic syrup. 

Along with the juicy burger, you could chose from their long list of delicious sides.

My husband loves pizza. Let’s be honest, because so do I. But, sometimes I want a little healthier option when we make at home, so we compromise with a favorite recipe we have. This pesto chicken CHEESY pizza, is easy to whip up on a night when you don’t have a whole lot of time to cook. 



All you need is:

• Pizza crust (buy pre-made to save time!)
• Pesto sauce (I usually make my own with basil, EVO, garlic, Parmesan, & pine nuts, but opted for store bought this time).
• Fresh mozzarella cheese
• Parmesan cheese
• Goat cheese (Crow’s Dairy is a good local cheese!) 
• Spinach
• Grilled chicken (I usually marinate in an Italian seasoning for some more flavor)
• Frozen or fresh corn

Spread the pesto sauce on the pizza dough. Layer the cheese. Add the chicken, corn & spinach. ADD MORE MOZZARELLA. I sprinkle some more pesto on top to keep the pizza saucy.

Read the pizza dough instructions for cooking time. Usually 12-15 minutes at 350 degrees. 

This pizza would also be good with some red or yellow chopped bell pepper, leeks and/or purple onion if you want to add even more veggies!