Posted on 04/17/2009 10:26:47 AM PDT by JoeProBono
Follow the evolution of America's favorite food
Oh great, now I want pizza...
A pizza can have a cult following...our Zambini is proof positive! This hot & spicy sourdough pizza is one of the star attractions we feature on Gourmet Night. It sports enough Jalapenos for every slice, a savory cover of Pesto Sauce, Mozzarella & Provolone cheeses, a blanket of sliced Roma Tomatoes, a light sprinkling of sliced Onions, fresh Italian Sausage & a dash of fresh chopped Garlic. With or without the sausage, this is an irresistible pie.
Joe, do you have any photos of a Pepe’s or Sally’s pie from New Haven. Now I am hungry. I am going to make my own tonight.
I’m hungry!!
We call that the “hurt yo’self” pizza!
I was stationed in Aviano Italy for a few years in the 70’s and there was a great little pizza place called Matilda’s Hole in the Wall that catered to GI’s.........1 US dollar for a piazza con tutto (pizza with everything) ......about the size of a large dinner plate with a becks beer .
Returned last year for a visit and Matilda’s is still in business !
Best wood fired oven pizza I’ve ever had !!
Crust 2 1/2 cups whole-wheat flour 1/2 tbsp sugar or honey 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp instant yeast 1 tbsp olive oil 3/4 cup room-temp water
Make It: [1] Stir together all ingredients in a large bowl to form dough. [2] With damp hands, work dough into a coarse ball. Let rest 5 minutes; divide dough in half, form into smaller balls, and rub each with olive oil. [3] Place each ball into a ziplock bag. Let sit for 15 minutes, then toss 'em into the fridge.
Shape It: [1] Remove dough from fridge 2 hours before you plan to roll it out. [2] Dust hands with flour. [3] Stretch dough by hand into a pizza shape, or flatten it with a rolling pin. Bake It: [1] Dust an inverted metal cookie sheet with flour; place shaped dough on top. [2] Add toppings. [3] Bake for 10 minutes at 500 degrees or until the crust is crisp.
Sauce: Spaghetti sauce works fine on pizza in a pinch, but if you want authentic Italian taste, try this easy-to-make option instead. 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1 tsp dried basil or 2 tbsp minced fresh basil 1 tsp dried oregano or 1 tbsp minced fresh oregano 1 tbsp granulated garlic powder or 5 cloves fresh garlic, minced or pressed 2 tbsp red-wine vinegar or fresh lemon juice 1 tsp salt
To Make: [1] Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl, mashing tomato pieces as small as possible while you stir. [2] Apply sauce to pizza as needed. [3] Store unused sauce in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Makes 4 cups.
I’m having tuna salad for lunch. No bread. I hope you’re happy now. :)
Bachelor recipe basics ! Boboli bread, spices and makings in the fridge !
Instant pizza !
I couldn’t believe when I saw this thread. I LOVE PIZZA and I eat it almost every day. I have so much to say on this topic, but I have a long list of errands today. Will post again on this later.
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