Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced sun-dried tomatoes
- 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 the oven to 425°F.
2. Place the pre-made pizza crust on a 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 crumbled goat cheese, sliced red onion, black olives, and sun-dried tomatoes on top of the mozzarella cheese.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil over the top.
9. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing with a pizza cutter.
10. Serve and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
425°F
Serving size:
1 pizza (serves 2-4 people)
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 14g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 15g
Sodium: 700mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pre-made pizza crust can be substituted with homemade pizza dough.
- Tomato sauce can be substituted with pesto or alfredo sauce.
- Mozzarella cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
- Goat cheese can be substituted with feta cheese or blue cheese.
- Red onion can be substituted with yellow onion or shallots.
- Black olives can be substituted with green olives or kalamata olives.
- Sun-dried tomatoes can be substituted with fresh tomatoes or roasted red peppers.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil or any other fresh herb.
Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or sausage for a meaty pizza.
- Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for a veggie pizza.
- Use a cauliflower crust for a low-carb pizza.
- Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a sweet and tangy flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the oven and pizza stone or baking sheet before adding the pizza crust to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza into even slices.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings from sliding off.
- Experiment with different toppings to customize the pizza to your liking.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat leftover pizza, preheat the oven to 350°F and place the pizza on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the crust is crispy.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza stone for a rustic look. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for added color and flavor.
Garnishes:
Fresh basil leaves, red pepper flakes, balsamic glaze
Pairings:
Pair the Capra Piramide Pizza with a crisp green salad or a glass of red wine for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
Garlic bread, Caesar salad, roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is soggy, try baking the pizza on a pizza stone or baking sheet that has been preheated in the oven.
- If the cheese is not melted, try broiling the pizza for a few minutes at the end of the cooking time.
- If the toppings are sliding off, make sure to let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing.
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 in the 18th century and has since become a popular dish all over the world.
Flavor profiles:
The Capra Piramide Pizza is a savory and tangy pizza with a crispy crust, tomato sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, crumbled goat cheese, sliced red onion, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh basil.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the Capra Piramide Pizza as a main dish for dinner or as an appetizer for a party.
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Region: Italian