Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced pepperoni
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza peel or spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 450°F.
2. Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness.
3. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. Spread tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
6. Add pepperoni, black olives, and red onion on top of the cheese.
7. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the toppings.
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
11. Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the pizza.
12. Slice and serve.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
450°F
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 740mg
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 14g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Use your favorite pizza toppings instead of pepperoni, black olives, and red onion.
- Use a different type of cheese, such as cheddar or provolone.
Variations:
- Add cooked sausage or bacon to the pizza.
- Use a pesto sauce instead of tomato sauce.
- Make a vegetarian version by omitting the meat toppings.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet before baking the pizza.
- Use a pizza peel or spatula to transfer the pizza to the oven.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings 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 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden cutting board or pizza stone.
- Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves.
Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar 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.
Food history:
- Scacione pizza is a traditional pizza from the Abruzzo region of Italy.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, cheesy, and slightly spicy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot and fresh out of the oven.
Related Categories
Cooking Method: N/A
Course Type: N/A
Dietary: N/A
Ingredient: N/A
Meal type: N/A
Occassion: N/A
Region: Italian