Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup grated Kanterkaas cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Place pizza crust on pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Spread tomato sauce evenly over crust.
4. Sprinkle grated Kanterkaas cheese over sauce.
5. Add crumbled bacon, sliced red onion, and black olives on top of cheese.
6. Bake pizza in preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and crust is crispy.
7. Remove pizza from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh basil over top.
8. Let pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing with pizza cutter.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
425°F
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 320
Total fat: 18g
Saturated fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 720mg
Total carbohydrates: 26g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 14g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pre-made pizza crust can be substituted with homemade pizza dough.
- Tomato sauce can be substituted with pizza sauce or pesto.
- Kanterkaas cheese can be substituted with Gouda or Edam cheese.
- Bacon can be substituted with ham or prosciutto.
- Red onion can be substituted with white onion or shallots.
- Black olives can be substituted with green olives or capers.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil or oregano.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as mozzarella or cheddar.
- Add sliced jalapenos for a spicy kick.
- Use a gluten-free pizza crust for a gluten-free option.
Tips and tricks:
- Preheat your pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before placing the pizza on it to ensure a crispy crust.
- Cook the bacon until crispy before crumbling it on top of the pizza.
- Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice the pizza.
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 oven to 350°F and place pizza on a baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza stone for a rustic look.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle extra chopped fresh basil or grated Parmesan cheese on top of the pizza before serving.
Pairings:
Serve pizza 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 baking the pizza for a few extra minutes.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, try broiling the pizza for a minute or two.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the bacon until crispy to ensure it is fully cooked.
Food history:
Pizza originated in Italy in the 18th century and has since become a popular dish around the world.
Flavor profiles:
The Kanterkaas cheese adds a nutty and slightly sweet flavor to the pizza, while the bacon adds a salty and smoky flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve pizza hot and fresh out of the oven for the best flavor.
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