Ingredients with Measurements:
-1/2 cup frozen spinach, thawed and drained
-1/2 cup canned artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
-1/2 cup ricotta cheese
-1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
-1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
-1/4 teaspoon onion powder
-1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
-1/4 teaspoon dried basil
-1/4 teaspoon salt
-1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
-2 tablespoons olive oil
-4 (8-inch) prepared pizza crusts
-1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Special Equipment Needed:
-Baking sheet
-Mixing bowl
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine spinach, artichoke hearts, ricotta cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Place pizza crusts on a baking sheet.
4. Spread spinach artichoke mixture evenly over each pizza crust.
5. Drizzle olive oil over each pizza.
6. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over each pizza.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown.
8. Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature: 375°F
Serving Size: 4
Nutritional Information:
Calories: 463
Fat: 22g
Carbohydrates: 44g
Protein: 19g
Substitutions for Ingredients:
-Frozen spinach can be substituted with fresh spinach.
-Canned artichoke hearts can be substituted with fresh artichoke hearts.
-Ricotta cheese can be substituted with cottage cheese.
-Parmesan cheese can be substituted with Asiago cheese.
-Olive oil can be substituted with vegetable oil.
-Mozzarella cheese can be substituted with any other type of cheese.
Variations:
-Add cooked and crumbled sausage to the spinach artichoke mixture.
-Add chopped olives to the spinach artichoke mixture.
-Substitute pizza crusts with pita bread or tortillas.
Tips and Tricks:
-Make sure to thaw and drain the spinach before adding it to the mixture.
-Make sure to drain and chop the artichoke hearts before adding them to the mixture.
-If using fresh spinach and artichoke hearts, make sure to cook them before adding them to the mixture.
Storage Instructions:
Store leftover flancati in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating Instructions:
Reheat flancati in a preheated 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation Ideas:
-Serve flancati with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
-Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or basil.
Garnishes:
-Fresh chopped parsley
-Fresh chopped basil
Pairings:
-Serve with a side salad.
-Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.
Suggested Side Dishes:
-Salad
-Roasted vegetables
-Garlic bread
Troubleshooting Advice:
-If the flancati is not cooked through, cover with foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
Food Safety Advice:
-Make sure to store leftover flancati in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
-Make sure to reheat flancati to an internal temperature of 165°F before serving.
Food History:
Flancati is an Italian dish that is traditionally made with pizza dough and filled with a variety of ingredients such as spinach, artichoke hearts, and cheese.
Flavor Profiles:
This dish has a savory flavor with hints of garlic, onion, oregano, and basil.
Serving Suggestions:
-Serve flancati as an appetizer or side dish.
-Serve flancati with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
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Region: Italian