Balaton Cheese and Olive Pizza Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup sliced green olives
- 1/2 cup crumbled Balaton cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Place the pizza crust on the pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust.
4. Sprinkle the sliced black and green olives over the sauce.
5. Crumble the Balaton cheese over the olives.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
8. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the pizza.
9. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
- 425°F
Serving size:
- 4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Any type of pizza crust can be used.
- Mozzarella cheese can be substituted for Balaton cheese.
- Any type of olives can be used.

Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor.
- Use a pesto sauce instead of tomato sauce.
- Add cooked chicken or sausage for a meatier pizza.

Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet before placing the crust on it for a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza cutter for easy slicing.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings from sliding off.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat leftover pizza in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board for a rustic look.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves.

Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves

Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.

Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try preheating the pizza stone or baking sheet for a longer period of time.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pizza to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure that it is safe to eat.

Food history:
- Pizza originated in Italy and has been a popular dish for centuries.

Flavor profiles:
- The Balaton cheese adds a tangy and slightly sweet flavor to the pizza, while the olives add a salty and briny flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pizza hot and fresh out of the oven.

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Region: Hungarian

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Cheesy, Herby, Salty