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Pizza Capricciosa

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35min

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4 servings

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Pizza Capricciosa is a classic Italian pizza that offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures. This pizza features a crispy thin crust topped with a savory tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella cheese, earthy mushrooms, salty prosciutto cotto (Italian cooked ham), tangy artichoke hearts, and briny black olives. The name "capricciosa" means "capricious" in Italian, reflecting the whimsical combination of toppings. This pizza is perfect for those who enjoy a variety of flavors in each bite and appreciate the authentic taste of traditional Italian cuisine.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
3 g
4 g
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Ingredients

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Steps

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1
Preheat oven

Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.

2
Prepare dough

On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 14-inch circle.

3
Transfer dough

Transfer the dough to a pizza pan or parchment paper.

4
Brush with oil

Brush the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

5
Spread sauce

Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

6
Add cheese

Tear the mozzarella into pieces and distribute evenly over the sauce.

7
Add toppings

Arrange mushrooms, prosciutto cotto, artichoke hearts, and black olives over the cheese.

8
Season

Sprinkle dried oregano, salt, and black pepper over the toppings.

9
Drizzle oil

Drizzle the remaining olive oil over the pizza.

10
Bake

Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

11
Prepare basil

While the pizza is baking, tear or chop the fresh basil leaves.

12
Serve

Remove the pizza from the oven, sprinkle with fresh basil, slice, and serve immediately.

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