Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tsp

Active Dry Yeast

2 cup

Unbleached All-Purpose Flour

0.75 cup

Warm Water

1 pinch

Sugar

1.5 tsp

Salt

1 tsp

Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

1 unit

Meyer Lemon

thinly sliced

4 slice

Prosciutto

1 cup

Freshly Grated Mozzarella Cheese

freshly grated

0.25 cup

Freshly Grated Parmigiano

freshly grated

1 cup

Baby Arugula

1 tbsp

Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Step 1
~12 min

Prepare the yeast mixture: In a small bowl, combine yeast, 1 tablespoon flour, 1/4 cup warm water, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2
~12 min

Make the dough: In a large bowl, mix the remaining flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture, olive oil, and the remaining warm water. Stir until smooth.

Step 3
~12 min

Knead the dough: Add more flour until the dough pulls away from the bowl's sides.

Step 4
~12 min

First Rise: Remove the dough, divide if needed, shape into balls, and cover with a damp cloth. Let rise for about 90 minutes until doubled.

Step 5
~12 min

Preheat Oven: Heat a pizza stone at 500°F (or use a baking sheet in a preheated oven).

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~12 min

Shape the Dough: Pat the dough into a thin circle.

Step 7
~12 min

Add Toppings: Sprinkle mozzarella, add prosciutto, then layer Meyer lemon slices. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmigiano.

Step 8
~12 min

Bake: Place the pizza on the hot stone or sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 9
~12 min

Add Fresh Arugula: Remove the pizza, scatter arugula on top, and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 10
~12 min

Serve: Cut into slices and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a high-quality mozzarella for best flavor.

Don't overload the pizza with toppings.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Caprese salad
Olive tapenade

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pizza is a staple of Italian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

dinner party
casual gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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