Ingredients and Weight:
- Pizza dough: 250g (available in supermarkets or homemade)
- Plain tomato sauce: 1 cup (available in supermarkets)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: 150g (available in supermarkets)
- Thinly sliced fresh beef: 200g (can be found in the meat section of supermarkets)
- Diced red and green bell peppers: 1/2 cup each (available in the produce section of supermarkets)
- Sliced fresh olives (optional): 1/4 cup (available in the olive section of supermarkets)
- Oregano, basil, and garlic powder for seasoning
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Roll out the pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
- Top with the shredded mozzarella cheese, ensuring it is distributed evenly.
- Arrange the thinly sliced beef over the cheese, followed by the diced bell peppers and olives (if using).
- Sprinkle with oregano, basil, and garlic powder.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the provided ingredients and average values)
- Calories: Approx. 450 per serving (based on 8 servings)
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Protein: 28g
Dish Characteristics:
- Creative combination of flavors with beef and bell peppers.
- Uses common ingredients easily found in American supermarkets.
- Perfect for a romantic Valentine's Day meal or any pizza lover's celebration.
User Comments:
- "This pizza was delicious! The beef and bell peppers added a unique flavor to the traditional pizza." - John Doe, New York
- "The pizza dough was homemade, and it made a huge difference in taste compared to store-bought dough." - Jane Smith, California
- "I added extra olives for a more intense flavor, and it was perfect!" - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to slice the beef very thin to ensure even cooking and a more tender texture.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
- If using homemade pizza dough, ensure it is properly proofed and rolled out to achieve the desired texture and shape.
