Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 4 oz nduja sausage, crumbled
- 4 oz burrata cheese, torn into pieces
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Rolling pin
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C) and place pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
2. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
3. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2 inch border.
4. Sprinkle crumbled nduja sausage over the sauce.
5. Top with torn burrata cheese pieces.
6. Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top.
7. Transfer pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top.
10. Slice and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C)
Serving size:
Makes one 12-inch pizza, serves 2-3 people
Nutritional information:
Calories: 580
Fat: 24g
Carbohydrates: 64g
Protein: 27g
Sodium: 1300mg
Sugar: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pizza dough: store-bought or homemade
- Tomato sauce: marinara sauce or pizza sauce
- Nduja sausage: spicy Italian sausage
- Burrata cheese: fresh mozzarella cheese
- Parmesan cheese: pecorino romano cheese
- Fresh basil: dried basil or oregano
Variations:
- Add sliced red onions or roasted red peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Substitute nduja sausage with crumbled bacon or prosciutto.
- Use a gluten-free pizza crust for a gluten-free option.
Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet before placing the pizza on it to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza cutter or sharp knife to slice the pizza.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the cheese from sliding off.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat leftover pizza in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza stone for a rustic look.
Garnishes:
Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Pairings:
Pair with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir or a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, bake the pizza for a few more minutes or place it under the broiler for a minute or two.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, bake the pizza for a few more minutes or place it under the broiler for a minute or two.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the pizza dough is cooked through before serving.
- Store leftover pizza in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days.
Food history:
Nduja is a spicy, spreadable pork sausage from Calabria, Italy. It is traditionally made with pork, chili peppers, and salt.
Flavor profiles:
This pizza is spicy, savory, and cheesy with a crispy crust and fresh basil flavor.
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
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Region: Italian