Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup grated provolone cheese
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza peel or spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
3. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the provolone, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese over the sauce.
6. Add the sliced black olives and diced red onion on top of the cheese.
7. Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and season with salt and pepper.
8. 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.
9. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the chopped fresh basil on top.
10. Slice and serve hot.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 450°F
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Protein: 20g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Provolone cheese can be substituted with smoked provolone or smoked gouda cheese.
- Mozzarella cheese can be substituted with fontina or asiago cheese.
- Black olives can be substituted with kalamata olives or green olives.
- Red onion can be substituted with shallots or white onion.
- Fresh basil can be substituted with dried basil or oregano.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or diced bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Use a garlic-infused olive oil for added garlic flavor.
- Substitute the tomato sauce with pesto or alfredo sauce for a different flavor profile.
Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven before adding the pizza dough to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza peel or spatula to transfer the pizza to the oven and remove it from the oven.
- 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 for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden board or pizza tray for a rustic look.
- Garnish the pizza with additional fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red pepper flakes
Pairings:
- Serve with a crisp green salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
- Pair with a glass of red wine, such as Chianti or Cabernet Sauvignon.
Suggested side dishes:
- Green salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is too thick or undercooked, roll the dough out thinner or bake the pizza for a few more minutes.
- If the cheese is not melted or bubbly, bake the pizza for a few more minutes or broil for a minute or two.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the pizza to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Store leftover pizza in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
- Pizza originated in Naples, Italy in the 18th century and has since become a popular dish worldwide.
Flavor profiles:
- The Provola Siciliana Pizza has a savory and slightly smoky flavor from the provolone cheese, with a tangy and slightly sweet flavor from the tomato sauce and red onion.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pizza hot and fresh out of the oven with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
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Region: Italian