INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup
extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp
finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 tbsp
fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp
red pepper flakes, plus additional for seasoning
3 cloves
garlic, grated
1 tbsp
finely chopped fresh parsley
Kosher salt
4
slices thick-cut bacon
All-purpose flour, for dusting
2 lb
pizza dough, divided into sixteen 2-inch balls weighing 2 ounces each
4 tsp
tomato paste
16
basil leaves
12 oz
fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
Marinara sauce, warmed, for serving