Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup Toma Alpigiana cheese, shredded
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 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 pre-made pizza crust on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the crust.
4. Sprinkle Toma Alpigiana cheese over the sauce.
5. Add the crumbled bacon and sliced red onion on top of the cheese.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
8. Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle chopped basil over the top.
9. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
Serving size:
This recipe serves 4 people.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 290
Total fat: 12g
Saturated fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 25mg
Sodium: 620mg
Total carbohydrates: 33g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 12g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of Toma Alpigiana cheese, you can use any other type of cheese such as mozzarella, cheddar, or parmesan.
- If you don't have bacon, you can use ham or sausage instead.
- You can use any type of onion instead of red onion.
Variations:
- Add sliced mushrooms or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Use a homemade pizza crust instead of a pre-made one.
- Substitute the tomato sauce with pesto or alfredo sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- To prevent the crust from getting soggy, bake it on a pizza stone or baking sheet that has been preheated in the oven.
- For a crispier crust, brush the edges with olive oil before baking.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings from sliding off.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover pizza 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 5-10 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the pizza on a wooden board or pizza tray.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves or red pepper flakes.
Garnishes:
- Fresh basil leaves
- Red pepper flakes
Pairings:
- Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Caprese salad
- Garlic bread
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not cooked through, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- If the cheese is not melted, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the bacon thoroughly before adding it to the pizza.
- Store any leftover pizza in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
- Pizza originated in Italy and has become a popular dish worldwide.
Flavor profiles:
- Savory, cheesy, and smoky.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve hot and fresh out of the oven.
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Region: Italian