Quattro Stagioni Pizza

Ingredients

Fresh basil

1/4 cup, chopped

Black olives

1/2 cup, sliced

Artichokes

1/2 cup, marinated and quartered

Mushrooms

1 cup, sliced

Ham

1 cup, sliced or diced

Mozzarella cheese

2 cups, shredded

Tomato sauce

1 cup

Pizza dough

1 lb, store-bought or homemade

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness and shape, then carefully transfer it to a baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough, creating a thin layer to avoid sogginess.
4. Divide the pizza into four equal sections using a sharp knife or pizza cutter. Top the first section with sliced ham, the second with mushrooms, the third with artichokes, and the fourth with black olives.
5. Generously sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire pizza, ensuring all toppings are covered.
6. Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with the freshly chopped basil for added fragrance and flavor.
8. Slice the pizza into wedges and serve hot, enjoying the vibrant representation of the seasons!