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Authentic Siciliana Pizza
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Sicily with this authentic Siciliana Pizza. This pie boasts a thick, pillowy crust, perfectly balanced with a rich and tangy homemade tomato sauce. It's generously topped with creamy mozzarella cheese and an enticing medley of toppings - vibrant green bell peppers, sweet red onions, salty black olives, and spicy pepperoni. Every bite brings a delightful contrast of textures and flavors, reminiscent of the vibrant culture of Sicily.
Ingredients
- Salt
- to taste
- Black Pepper
- to taste
- Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons
- Fresh basil
- 1/4 cup, roughly torn
- Red onion
- 1 small, thinly sliced
- Green bell pepper
- 1, thinly sliced
- Black olives
- 1/2 cup, sliced
- Pepperoni
- 1 cup, sliced
- Mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups, shredded
- Tomato sauce
- 1 cup, homemade or store-bought
- Pizza dough
- 1 lb, homemade or store-bought
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). If you have one, place a pizza stone in the oven to preheat as well.
- On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangle about 1/4-inch thick. Transfer it onto a piece of parchment paper or a greased baking sheet.
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Arrange the pepperoni, black olives, green bell pepper, and red onion on top of the cheese.
- Drizzle the pizza with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slide the pizza (with the parchment paper if using) onto the preheated pizza stone, or place the baking sheet in the oven.
- Bake the pizza for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh basil. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Tips
- For a crispier crust, preheat your baking sheet or pizza stone in the oven before adding the dough.
- Feel free to customize your Siciliana pizza with additional toppings like anchovies, capers, or fresh tomatoes.
- For the best flavor, consider making your own pizza dough and tomato sauce.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Calories: 620 Fat: 28g Carbs: 68g Protein: 24g Sodium: 1350mg Sugar: 7g
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