## Special Italian Easter Pizza

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pizza dough: 1 pound
• Tomato sauce: 1 (15-ounce) can
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded: 1 cup
• Parmesan cheese, grated: 1/2 cup
• Asiago cheese, shredded: 1/2 cup
• Prosciutto, thinly sliced: 4 ounces
• Pepperoni, sliced: 4 ounces
• Black olives, sliced: 1/2 cup
• Artichoke hearts, quartered: 1 (14-ounce) can
• Red onion, thinly sliced: 1/4 cup
• Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped: 1/4 cup

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out the pizza dough to form a 12-inch (30 cm) circle.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border around the edges.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
5. Arrange the prosciutto, pepperoni, black olives, artichoke hearts, red onion, and sun-dried tomatoes over the cheese.
6. Combine the Parmesan and Asiago cheeses in a small bowl and sprinkle over the pizza.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information (per slice):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams
• Protein: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• A flavorful and visually appealing pizza with a crispy crust, tangy tomato sauce, and a variety of toppings.
• The combination of Italian flavors, including prosciutto, pepperoni, and Parmesan cheese, makes this pizza perfect for Easter celebrations.
• Suitable for both adults and children, this pizza is a crowd-pleaser that is easy to prepare.

User Comments:

• "This pizza was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfect and the crust was perfectly crispy."
• "I love the variety of toppings on this pizza. It's so much better than the usual pepperoni and cheese."
• "This pizza is perfect for Easter dinner. It's easy to make and everyone loves it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you do not have a pizza stone, baking the pizza on a preheated baking sheet will work equally well.
• To prevent the crust from burning, keep an eye on the pizza during the last few minutes of baking.
• Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set.