Pita Pizza

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pita Bread (8 pockets)
2. Tomato Sauce (1 cup)
3. Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (150 grams)
4. Sliced Ham or Salami (10 slices)
5. Red Onion (1 small, thinly sliced)
6. Olives (1/4 cup, pitted and sliced)
7. Fresh Basil leaves (a few for topping)
8. Salt and Pepper to taste
9. Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for brushing the pita bread)

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Brush each pita bread pocket lightly with extra virgin olive oil.
3. Spread tomato sauce evenly on each pita bread pocket.
4. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, sliced ham or salami, thinly sliced red onion, and pitted and sliced olives.
5. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the edges are slightly crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves.
8. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Please note that the nutritional information provided is an estimate and may vary based on actual ingredients used.)

• Calories: Depending on the ingredients used, each pita pizza may contain around 300-400 calories.
• Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat: The exact nutritional breakdown will depend on the specific ingredients used and their quantities.

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of flavors from the tomato sauce, cheese, and cured meats.
• Pita bread provides a unique and crispy texture to the pizza.
• Easy to customize with different toppings according to personal preference.

User Comments:

1. "This is a unique and delicious way to enjoy pizza! The pita bread gives it a different texture and flavor."
2. "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The cured meats and olives make it so tasty."
3. "This is a great dish to make with kids as they can customize their own pita pizzas with different toppings."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overstuff the pita bread pockets as they may burst during baking.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste before baking.
• Preheat the oven properly to ensure even baking and crispy edges.
• This dish is easily customizable, so feel free to experiment with different toppings and flavors to suit your taste.