Best Pizza With Sugo Sauce Buffalo Mozzarella And Fresh Basil Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

PIZZA WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND BASIL



Pizza with Fresh Tomatoes and Basil image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon yellow cornmeal
Two 8-ounce pieces of homemade or purchased Pizza Dough, recipe follows
6 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/3 cups, grated pasteurized mozzarella
2 Roma tomatoes, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 large garlic clove, minced, optional
6 fresh basil leaves, plus extra for garnish
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup warm water (105 to 110 degrees F)
2 teaspoons dry yeast
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Position 1 oven rack in the center and the second rack on the bottom of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F. Sprinkle the cornmeal over 2 rimless baking sheets. Roll out each piece of Pizza Dough into a 10 to 11-inch-diameter round. Transfer 1 dough to each prepared baking sheet.
  • Drizzle 2 teaspoons of oil over each Pizza Dough. Sprinkle the mozzarella over the Pizza Dough, dividing equaling and leaving a 1-inch border around each pizza. Arrange the tomato slices in a single layer over the cheese. Sprinkle with the Parmesan. Arrange basil leaves on top, drizzle with a little more olive oil and sprinkle garlic all over. Bake the pizzas until the crusts are crisp and brown on the bottom and the cheese is melted on top, about 15 minutes. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of oil over each pizza. Sprinkle with basil for garnish and salt. Cut the pizza into wedges and serve immediately.
  • Mix the warm water and yeast in a small bowl to blend. Let stand until the yeast dissolves, about 5 minutes. Mix the flour and salt in a food processor to blend. Blend in the oil. With the machine running, add the yeast mixture and blend just until the dough forms. Turn the dough out onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth, about 1 minute. Transfer the dough to a large oiled bowl and turn the dough to coat with the oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and set aside in a warm draft-free area until the dough doubles in volume, about 1 hour. Punch the down dough and divide into 2 equal balls. (The dough can be used immediately or stored airtight in the refrigerator for 1 day.)

SAUSAGE PIZZA



Sausage Pizza image

Spicy sausage, onions, mushrooms and plenty of cheese make this pizza from our Test Kitchen a real keeper. It beats the delivery variety every time-and there's no wait! Bake up two or more and keep one on hand for busy nights. TIP: Substitute less spicy sausage or chicken and a variety of veggies and cheese to suit your family's taste.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 loaf (1 pound) frozen bread dough, thawed
3/4 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
1/2 cup sliced onion
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup pizza sauce
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°; with greased fingers, pat dough onto an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan. Prick dough thoroughly with a fork. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage, onion, mushrooms and green pepper over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink; drain., Spread pizza sauce over crust. Top with sausage mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until golden brown, 12-15 minutes. Or, wrap pizza and freeze for up to 2 months. , To use frozen pizza: Unwrap and place on a pizza pan; thaw in the refrigerator. Bake at 400° for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 11g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 754mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

THE BEST SAUSAGE PIZZAS



The Best Sausage Pizzas image

What makes this recipe unique is the slow overnight fermentation of the dough. The flour has time to hydrate and relax, which makes the dough so much easier to roll out! -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 2 pizzas (8 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 batch Best Pizza Dough
1 pound bulk Italian sausage
1 cup pizza sauce
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
Optional: Grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes and fresh oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Divide dough in half. With greased fingers, pat each half onto an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan. Prick dough thoroughly with a fork. Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; drain., Spread pizza sauce over crusts. Top with cheese, onion, green pepper, mushrooms and sausage. Bake at 400° until golden brown and cheese is bubbling, 12-15 minutes. If desired, top with grated Parmesan cheese, crushed red pepper flakes and fresh oregano leaves. , Freeze option: Wrap unbaked pizzas and freeze for up to 2 months. To use, unwrap and place on pizza pans; thaw in the refrigerator. Bake at 400° until crust is golden brown, 18-22 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344 calories, Fat 20g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 41mg cholesterol, Sodium 651mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

THE BEST HOMEMADE CHICAGO PIZZA SAUCE EVER!



The Best Homemade Chicago Pizza Sauce Ever! image

Being from Chicago, I've tasted a lot of different pizza sauces. (Pizza capital of the world!) Everyone that's had my pizza says they love my sauce. Try it once. You'll be hooked!! The best thing about this sauce is that you don't have to cook it!

Provided by rothiii

Categories     Sauces

Time 2m

Yield 2 Large or One deep dish, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (32 ounce) can tomato puree (I like Walmart's or Contadina)
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon marjoram
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon pepper
salt (To taste)
1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Stir all well. I use a whisk. Let sit for "a couple-two-tree" hours. What could be easier? You can use this for pasta sauce too with some meatballs and sausage. I put the raw meat in and gently simmer it for an hour or so. It gives the sauce a hearty flavor. You gotta try this one!

Related Topics