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Queso de Burgos Pizza Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup Queso de Burgos cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup sliced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter

Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. Place the pizza crust on the pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust.
4. Sprinkle the Queso de Burgos cheese, black olives, red onion, green bell pepper, and mushrooms on top of the sauce.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil.
8. Cut the pizza into slices using a pizza cutter.
9. Serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
425°F
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 10g
Sodium: 500mg

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of Queso de Burgos cheese, you can use feta cheese or goat cheese.
- Instead of black olives, you can use Kalamata olives or green olives.
- Instead of red onion, you can use white onion or shallots.
- Instead of green bell pepper, you can use red bell pepper or yellow bell pepper.
- Instead of mushrooms, you can use sliced cherry tomatoes or artichoke hearts.

Variations:
- Add cooked chicken or sausage for a meaty pizza.
- Top the pizza with arugula or spinach for a fresh twist.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the pizza for a tangy flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven for 10 minutes before placing the pizza on it. This will help the crust cook evenly.
- Use a light hand when adding toppings to prevent the pizza from becoming too heavy and soggy.
- 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:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Place the leftover pizza on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board for a rustic look.
- Garnish the pizza with fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red pepper flakes

Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
- Pair with a glass of red wine, such as a Chianti or Cabernet Sauvignon.

Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try baking the pizza for a few more 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 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.
- Queso de Burgos is a fresh cheese from Spain that is typically made from cow's milk.

Flavor profiles:
- The Queso de Burgos cheese adds a mild and creamy flavor to the pizza.
- The black olives and red onion add a salty and slightly sweet flavor.
- The green bell pepper and mushrooms add a fresh and earthy flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the pizza hot and fresh out of the oven for the best flavor.
- Cut the pizza into small squares for a party appetizer.

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Region: Spanish

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