Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. pizza dough
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Rolling pin
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to fit the size of your pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Transfer the dough to the pizza stone or baking sheet.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Sprinkle the shredded provolone cheese over the tomato sauce.
6. Add the sliced black olives and red onion on top of the cheese.
7. Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and season with salt and pepper to taste.
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 over the top.
10. Cut the pizza into slices and serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 680mg
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pizza dough: You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough.
- Tomato sauce: You can use marinara sauce or any other pizza sauce.
- Provolone cheese: You can use mozzarella cheese or any other cheese of your choice.
- Black olives: You can use green olives or any other type of olives.
- Red onion: You can use white onion or shallots.
- Fresh basil: You can use dried basil or any other fresh herb.
Variations:
- Meat lovers pizza: Add cooked sausage, pepperoni, or bacon on top of the cheese.
- Veggie pizza: Add sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or artichoke hearts on top of the cheese.
- Margherita pizza: Use fresh mozzarella cheese and sliced tomatoes instead of tomato sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet before baking the pizza.
- Use a rolling pin to roll out the pizza dough evenly.
- Don't overload the pizza with toppings, as it may become soggy.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
To reheat the pizza, preheat the oven to 350°F and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a wooden board or pizza tray.
Garnishes:
Garnish the pizza with fresh basil leaves or red pepper flakes.
Pairings:
Serve the pizza with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is too thick, roll it out thinner next time.
- If the pizza is too soggy, use less tomato sauce and toppings next time.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, bake the pizza for a few more minutes.
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:
Pizza originated in Naples, Italy in the 18th century and has since become a popular dish worldwide.
Flavor profiles:
This Sicilian Provolone Pizza has a savory and slightly tangy flavor from the tomato sauce and provolone cheese, with a hint of sweetness from the red onion and black olives.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this pizza as a main dish for lunch or dinner.
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Region: Italian