Sicilian Pizza Crust

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade): about 500 grams for an 8-inch crust
2. San Marzano tomato sauce: 1/2 cup
3. Mozzarella cheese: 200 grams, sliced or shredded
4. Italian seasoning: 1 teaspoon
5. Oregano: 1 teaspoon (dried)
6. Salt: 1 teaspoon (optional)
7. Fresh basil leaves: for topping

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 20-25 minutes
• Total: 45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (250°C).
2. Roll out the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges.
4. Arrange the mozzarella cheese on top of the tomato sauce.
5. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and oregano.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
7. Remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves.
8. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information: (Based on the given ingredients)

• Calories: Approximately 400-500 per serving (depending on the dough used)
• Fat: Moderate (mostly from cheese)
• Carbohydrates: From dough and tomato sauce
• Protein: From cheese and dough

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy and thin Sicilian-style crust.
• Topped with rich tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
• Ideal for American taste due to its combination of flavors and textures.

User Comments:

1. "The crust was super crispy and the flavor was outstanding!" - John Doe, New York, USA
2. "Love the combination of flavors and the thin crust." - Jane Smith, California, USA
3. "Best pizza I've made at home, especially loved the Sicilian-style crust." - Michael Johnson, Texas, USA

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a high-quality pizza dough for best results. You can either make your own or buy it from the store.
• Make sure to preheat the oven thoroughly before baking the pizza to ensure a crispy crust.
• Use fresh ingredients like basil leaves for maximum flavor.
• Avoid overcooking the pizza to maintain its tenderness and flavor.