Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced red onions
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup sliced green bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Rolling pin
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to the desired thickness.
3. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. Brush the olive oil over the dough.
5. Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the tomato sauce.
7. Add the sliced black olives, red onions, mushrooms, green bell peppers, and pepperoni 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.
11. Cut the pizza into slices using a pizza cutter.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
Serving size:
This recipe makes one 12-inch pizza, which serves 2-3 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 400
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 43g
Protein: 17g
Sodium: 940mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of cheese you like instead of mozzarella cheese.
- You can use any type of vegetables you like instead of black olives, red onions, mushrooms, and green bell peppers.
- You can use any type of meat you like instead of pepperoni.
Variations:
- You can add other toppings such as cooked sausage, bacon, ham, pineapple, or jalapenos.
- You can use a different type of sauce such as pesto or alfredo sauce.
- You can make a gluten-free pizza crust using gluten-free flour.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat the oven before baking the pizza.
- Use a pizza stone for a crispy crust.
- Don't overload the pizza with toppings, as this can make the crust soggy.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before cutting it 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 the pizza in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden board or pizza tray.
- Garnish the pizza with fresh herbs such as basil or parsley.
Pairings:
- Serve the pizza with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is too thick, roll it out thinner next time.
- If the crust is too thin, use more dough next time.
- If the pizza is too dry, add more sauce or cheese.
- If the pizza is too soggy, use less sauce or toppings.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all utensils before preparing the pizza.
- 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:
- The Murianengo Pizza has a savory and slightly spicy flavor from the tomato sauce, cheese, and pepperoni.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Murianengo Pizza as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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