Ingredients and Weight:
- Pizza dough: 2 pounds (907 grams)
- Tomato sauce: 1 cup (240 grams)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: 1 pound (454 grams)
- Sliced fresh mushrooms: 1/2 cup (70 grams)
- Sliced black olives: 1/4 cup (48 grams)
- Thinly sliced fresh basil leaves: 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 475 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Roll out the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Top with the shredded mozzarella cheese, distributing it evenly over the pizza.
- Arrange the mushroom slices, black olives, and basil leaves on top.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the ingredients provided)
- Calories: Approximately 400-500 calories per serving (depending on the exact quantities used)
- Carbohydrates: From the pizza dough
- Protein: From the cheese and dough
- Fat: From the cheese and olives
- Fiber: From the vegetables (mushrooms and olives)
Dish Characteristics:
- Customizable: Can be made with different toppings according to personal preference.
- Easy to make: Simple ingredients that are easily available in supermarkets.
- Taste: Traditional pizza flavor with a slightly different twist due to the addition of fresh vegetables and black olives.
User Comments:
- "This pizza is delicious! The combination of flavors is perfect."
- "I love the fresh mushroom and black olive topping, it gives a unique taste to the pizza."
- "The crust is crispy and the cheese is creamy, a great combination."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Preheat the oven thoroughly before baking the pizza to ensure a crispy crust.
- Adjust the seasoning according to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.