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· 28 Mar 2022

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Classic Italian pizza

When I asked my son what his favorite food was, his immediate response was "pizza made for moms". In fact, this was the meal I used to “throw together” whenever my children suddenly had friends join us for a meal.

Although Elizabeth David probably introduced Italian cuisine in the mid-1950's, the only person who really encouraged me to try it was Antonio Carluccio, who wrote about true love for his country food.

Here is a simple pizza recipe that everyone will love - though a few may combine it with the versions you find in the refrigerator cabinet in the store.

Traditional Italian Pizza (Neopolitan style)

Ingredients

500g Bread Mix (Ciabatta or Mixed Grain My Personal Favorites)
3 tablespoons of olive oil
1 clove of garlic, chopped or crushed
1 can chopped tomatoes
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons oregano
4 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin if you have)
Mixing this pizza takes 20-25 minutes, including topping.

Preheat oven to 220C, GM8
Prepare the bread mixture, according to the instructions for each packet
Heat oil in a pan
Add the crushed garlic and fry gently for a few seconds (do not overcook or it may be sour)
Add a can of chopped tomatoes, save some liquid
Cover and hold for 15-20 minutes
If you do this anointing early, the flavors get even better
Season
Grease the baking tray with oil
Spread the prepared dough, directly on the edges of the tray
Sprinkle the tomato mixture over the dough, as close to the edges as possible
Sprinkle with oregano and grease with remaining oil
Bake in a hot oven for 10-15 minutes
Serve hot!
If you like cheese or pepperoni you can add it on top, but it is not really necessary, the flavors in this are delicious and fresh.

This is a great storecupboard recipe that can be prepared quickly with a few ingredients - it is great whenever you have an unexpected visitor join you for a meal.

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