Bauru Pizza Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced roast beef
- 1/4 cup sliced pickles
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special Equipment Needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Place the pizza crust on the pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
5. Add the sliced roast beef, pickles, diced tomatoes, and diced onions on top of the cheese.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
9. Cut the pizza into slices using a pizza cutter.
10. Serve hot.


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

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg
Sodium: 560mg
Total carbohydrates: 20g
Dietary fiber: 1g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 16g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of roast beef, you can use sliced ham or turkey.
- Instead of pickles, you can use sliced jalapeños or banana peppers.
- Instead of diced tomatoes, you can use sliced mushrooms or bell peppers.
- Instead of mozzarella cheese, you can use cheddar or provolone cheese.

Variations:
- Add sliced olives or artichoke hearts for extra flavor.
- Use a different type of crust, such as a cauliflower crust or gluten-free crust.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the roast beef and adding more vegetables.

Tips and Tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the pizza crust on it for a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza easily and evenly.
- Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination.

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

Reheating Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the leftover pizza on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza tray.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.

Garnishes:
- Fresh herbs, such as basil or parsley.

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

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Garlic bread
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try preheating the pizza stone or baking sheet for a longer period of time.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, try baking the pizza for a few more minutes.

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:
- Bauru is a city in Brazil where the Bauru sandwich was first created. The sandwich typically consists of roast beef, cheese, tomatoes, and pickles on a French roll.

Flavor Profiles:
- Savory, cheesy, tangy, and slightly sweet.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the pizza as a main dish for dinner or as an appetizer for a party.

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Region: Brazilian

Taste: Savory, Cheesy, Tangy, Spicy, Herbal, Garlicky