Muffuletta Pizza
Description: Indulge in the flavorful delight of Muffuletta Pizza, a savory creation that perfectly blends the essence of a classic Muffuletta sandwich with the beloved pizza. Bursting with an array of Italian meats, cheeses, and a zesty olive salad, this recipe promises to elevate your pizza game to new heights of culinary bliss.
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour and 15 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Yield: 2 pizzas
- Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- Calories: 367.8 per serving
- Fat Content: 19.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 36.3mg
- Sodium Content: 861.8mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 31.2g
- Fiber Content: 1.5g
- Sugar Content: 0.6g
- Protein Content: 15.4g
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Potluck, Weeknight, Broil/Grill, Oven, Small Appliance, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 3/4 cup milk
- 15 ounces unbleached flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 6 slices mortadella
- 6 slices prosciutto
- 6 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese
- 6 kalamata olives
- 1/2 red onion
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup fresh basil
- 2 sprigs fresh oregano
- 2 sprigs Italian parsley
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for olive salad)
- 6 garlic cloves
- 2 green onions
- 2 ounces parmigiano-reggiano cheese
- 2 ounces pecorino romano cheese
- 2 ounces provolone cheese
Instructions:
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Prepare the Crust:
- Combine yeast and water in a bowl with a pinch of sugar, allowing the yeast to proof for about 5 minutes.
- In a mixer, combine salt and flour, mixing for approximately 15 seconds.
- Add the yeast mixture, milk, and olive oil to the flour mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Knead the dough with a dough hook attachment until it becomes soft and pliable.
- Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead by hand until it is no longer sticky.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
- Once risen, punch the dough down, divide it into two equal portions, shape each portion into a ball, cover, and let them rise again until doubled, about 30 minutes.
- Form each dough ball onto lightly oiled 9×13-inch cookie sheets, dimple the dough, lightly coat with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and bake at 500°F on a pizza stone until it just starts to brown, approximately 7 minutes.
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Prepare the Olive Salad:
- Chop the olives, herbs, garlic, and onions, then combine them with 1/4 cup of olive oil to create the olive salad.
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Prepare the Filling:
- Chop the meats and smoked mozzarella cheese into 1/8-inch by 2-inch strips and place them in a resealable freezer bag.
- Add the olive salad to the bag, mix well, shred the hard cheeses, and add them to the meat mixture.
- Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper to taste, and add more olive oil if necessary.
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Final Assembly:
- Spread half of the filling mixture evenly over each prepared pizza crust.
- Broil the pizzas until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- If desired, protect the edges of the crust from burning by covering them with foil.
Variations:
- Customize your Muffuletta Pizza by using leftover grilled sausage or omitting some or all of the meats.
- Add any additional herbs or toppings according to your preference to create a unique flavor profile.
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Muffuletta Pizza, a perfect addition to any potluck, weeknight dinner, or casual gathering. With its tantalizing combination of meats, cheeses, and zesty olive salad, this pizza is sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy the deliciousness of Italy in every bite!
