Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3.5 cup

San Marzano tomatoes

0.5 cup

fresh parsley leaves

minced

0.25 cup

extra-virgin olive oil

2 tbsp

Parmigiano

finely grated

1 tbsp

dried basil

1 tsp

dried oregano

0.5 tsp

hot chili flakes

5 unit

fresh basil leaves

torn

3 cloves

garlic

minced

1 tsp

freshly cracked pepper

1 tsp

yeast

10 unit

warm water

3 tbsp

extra-virgin olive oil

1 tsp

sea salt

1 tsp

raw sugar

1.5 cup

all-purpose flour

for dusting

1 cup

whole wheat flour

1 tbsp

leaf lard

8 unit

mozzarella di bufala

sliced 1/4-inch thick

4 unit

salami di Genoa

sliced

0.5 cup

kalamata olives

roughly chopped

0.5 cup

pecorino

grated

1 cup

baby spinach

julienned

Step 1
~21 min

In a large bowl, combine San Marzano tomatoes, parsley, olive oil, Parmigiano, dried basil, dried oregano, chili flakes, fresh basil, garlic and pepper.

Step 2
~21 min

Crush with hands to mix.

Step 3
~21 min

Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours to overnight.

Step 4
~21 min

In a medium bowl, mix the yeast with the warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 5
~21 min

Add 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt and sugar and whisk.

Step 6
~21 min

Set aside.

Step 7
~21 min

In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose and whole wheat flours.

Step 8
~21 min

Make a hole in the middle and pour in the yeast mixture.

Step 9
~21 min

Slowly hand mix the flour until all the liquid is absorbed.

Step 10
~21 min

If too wet, add more flour, 1/4 cup at a time.

Step 11
~21 min

Sprinkle a clean work station with flour and knead the dough until smooth and elastic.

Step 12
~21 min

Coat a large ceramic bowl with the remaining olive oil.

Step 13
~21 min

Place the dough in the ceramic bowl and flip over to coat in the oil.

Step 14
~21 min

Cover the top of the dough with plastic wrap and cover the bowl with a dish towel.

Step 15
~21 min

Let rise until the dough has doubled in size, about 2 hours.

Step 16
~21 min

Punch down the dough and let rise for another hour.

Step 17
~21 min

Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F.

Step 18
~21 min

Grease the pizza pan with the leaf lard.

Step 19
~21 min

Mold the dough into the shape of the pan.

Step 20
~21 min

Spoon 2 tablespoons of the tomato sauce onto the dough.

Step 21
~21 min

Place the pizza on the bottom oven rack for 5 minutes, to pre-crisp the crust.

Step 22
~21 min

Take out of the oven and add another 1/4 cup of the tomato sauce.

Step 23
~21 min

Add the mozzarella, salami, olives and pecorino.

Step 24
~21 min

Place the pizza on the middle oven rack and cook until the cheese is bubbly, 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 25
~21 min

Remove from the oven.

Step 26
~21 min

Immediately remove the pizza from the pan and sprinkle with the spinach.

Step 27
~21 min

Cut into rectangles and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.

Adjust the amount of chili flakes to your spice preference.

Add other toppings such as mushrooms or peppers.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Caesar salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pizza is a staple in Italian cuisine and a popular dish worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Pizza parties
Game day
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Party
Game day

Popularity Score

75/100

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