Matzo pizza a nontraditional snack

Looking for a quick and nontraditional snack? Try Matzo Pizza.

Matzo Pizza

Adapted from chef Michael Jacobs, MediterAsia Consulting.

2 squares whole-wheat matzo

3 tablespoons tomato or pasta sauce

1/2 teaspoon dry-leaf oregano

Salt and pepper (preferably white)

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella and/or Cheddar cheese

A few fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Line a cookie sheet with foil and place the matzo squares on it. Mix 1 teaspoon water with the sauce to thin it slightly. Spoon it onto the matzo and spread almost to the edges. Sprinkle with oregano and salt and pepper to taste. Top with cheese. Top with basil and drizzle with olive oil. Bake 5 to 7 minutes, until cheese is melted.

Yield: Two servings.

Nutrition information per serving: 252 calories (44 percent from fat), 12.9 grams fat (4.6 grams saturated, 6.7 grams monounsaturated), 15.3 milligrams cholesterol, 11.4 grams protein, 25.1 grams carbohydrates, 3.8 grams fiber, 270.7 milligrams sodium.