Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup diced pancetta
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup grated Pecorino Romano cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza peel or flat surface for transferring pizza to oven
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
2. In a pan, cook pancetta over medium heat until crispy. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, sauté onions until translucent. Add red pepper flakes, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
5. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Sprinkle cooked pancetta and onion mixture over the sauce.
7. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza.
8. Sprinkle grated Pecorino Romano cheese over the pizza.
9. Transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet using a pizza peel or flat surface.
10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10-12 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C)
Serving size:
Makes one 12-inch pizza, serves 2-3 people
Nutritional information:
Calories: 620
Fat: 28g
Carbohydrates: 66g
Protein: 24g
Sodium: 1740mg
Sugar: 6g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pancetta can be substituted with bacon or prosciutto.
- Pecorino Romano cheese can be substituted with Parmesan cheese.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as mozzarella or fontina.
- Add fresh basil or parsley as a garnish.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet before adding the pizza to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza peel or flat surface to transfer the pizza to the oven to avoid any mishaps.
- Experiment with different toppings to find your favorite combination.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve on a wooden cutting board or pizza tray for a rustic look.
Garnishes:
Fresh basil or parsley
Pairings:
Pair with a light salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
Garlic bread, Caesar salad, Caprese salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try baking the pizza for a few more minutes or increasing the oven temperature.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, try adding it towards the end of the baking time or broiling the pizza for a few minutes.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to cook the pizza to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure that it is safe to eat.
Food history:
Pizza all'Amatriciana is a traditional Italian pizza that originated in the town of Amatrice in the Lazio region of Italy. It is typically made with tomato sauce, pancetta, onion, and Pecorino Romano cheese.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, salty, slightly spicy
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot and fresh out of the oven for the best flavor and texture.
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