Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 oz (by weight) pizza dough
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 1/2 cup diced pepperoni
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell peppers
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Roll out the pizza dough into a large rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges.
- Arrange the mozzarella, pepperoni, olives, and bell peppers on top of the pizza sauce.
- Sprinkle with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Starting from one long side, roll up the dough into a tight cylinder, sealing the edges as you go.
- Slice the cylinder into 1-inch thick rounds and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving)
- Calories: Approx. 300-400 (depending on the ingredients used)
- Fat: 15-20g
- Carbohydrates: 35-45g
- Protein: 15-20g
Dish Characteristics:
- A creative and unique dish that combines the flavors of pizza with a pinwheel shape.
- The combination of pizza ingredients in a pinwheel format makes for a fun and different way to enjoy pizza.
- The dish is suitable for those who enjoy pizza but are looking for a new and different way to enjoy it.
User Comments:
- "This was a fun and unique way to enjoy pizza! The pinwheel shape was really interesting and made for a great conversation starter."
- "The flavors were spot on and the combination of ingredients worked really well together."
- "I was skeptical about how this would taste, but it was actually quite delicious."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste before baking.
- If desired, you can add other pizza toppings such as mushrooms, ham, or pineapples.
- Be careful not to overcook, as this can affect the texture of the crust and make it too dry. Check frequently towards the end of the baking time.
