Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped garlic chives
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Rolling pin
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
3. Place the pizza dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. Brush the olive oil over the pizza dough.
5. Spread the tomato sauce over the pizza dough.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
7. Add the minced garlic and chopped garlic chives on top of the cheese.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. 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.
10. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 450°F (230°C)
Serving size:
- This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 340
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of tomato sauce, you can use pesto or alfredo sauce.
- Instead of mozzarella cheese, you can use any type of cheese you prefer.
- Instead of garlic chives, you can use regular chives or green onions.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions for a veggie pizza.
- Add cooked bacon or sausage for a meat lover's pizza.
- Add sliced tomatoes or fresh basil for a Margherita pizza.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat the oven before baking the pizza.
- Use a pizza stone for a crispy crust.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the cheese from sliding off.
Storage instructions:
- Store 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 (175°C) for 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden board or pizza tray.
- Garnish with additional chopped garlic chives or fresh herbs.
Garnishes:
- Chopped garlic chives
- Fresh basil
- Red pepper flakes
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is too soggy, bake the pizza on a pizza stone or baking sheet for a few extra minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pizza to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure it is safe to eat.
Food history:
- Pizza originated in Naples, Italy in the 18th century.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, garlicky, and cheesy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot and fresh out of the oven.
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