I just love this combination of toppings.
Dominos Pizza, however, does have it.
Order has been restored in the world!
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(Though its only a recent menu addition, I believe.)
I was interested to learn that Pizza Capricciosa is apparently an Australian thing.
Thats not to say it doesnt exist in Italy.
It does, its just not as common as, say, Margherita.
And theres no strict rules for what goes on it.
And thats what I put on mine!
What goes on Capricciosa pizza
Theres no strict rules for what goes on Pizza Capricciosa.
Some regional varieties in Italy use egg and anchovies!
But the most common combination here in Australia is artichokes, olives, ham and mushrooms.
Mozzarella cheese freshly shredded, for the best melt!
Store bought pre-shredded is coated with anti-caking agents so it doesnt melt as well.
Whoever thought there could be such a thing?? )
It will have the word pizza on the cheese packet.
Though, I happily use artichokes marinated in vinegar too (brine).
Mushrooms Just regular white mushrooms, or Swiss brown/cremini if you want.
Shaved leg ham Just regular ham!
But black olives can be used too.
Pizza sauce See below.
And its not a sad substitute for the real thing!
Some of the most capable cooks I know have given it a test run and been amazed.
It tastes like the ready made pizza sauces sold in the aisles.
Specifically, the Leggos brand (for Australians reading this!).
How to make Pizza Capricciosa
Were using a good ole oven today.
(PS An Ooni is a brand of portable gas pizza ovens which I have used in the past.
Pizza in 2 minutes flat.)
Pre-heat the oven to 250C / 480F (230C fan).
If youve got a pizza stone, pop it in to preheat.
If youre using a pizza pan or baking tray, dont bother pre-heating it.
I find that the heat retention isnt enough to make a significant difference to the pizza.
Make your pizza dough of choice then stretch it out into a 30cm / 12 circle.
Though if youre using theno-yeast one, you might use a rolling pin!)
Mix the pizza sauce ingredients in a small bowl.
No cooking required yay!
Then spread it on the pizza base, leaving a border for the crust.
Cut and devour immediately!
Give it a good 30 minutes to get the pizza stone nice and hot!
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Roll your pizza base out then place it on the semolina dusted pizza paddle.
Spread with sauce and top per the recipe.
The underside of your crust will be so crispy!
This is what pizzerias use.
But I wouldnt make a special trip out to get it, just use regular flour instead.
Is it pizza night tonight?
Its like a pizzeria menu!
But if you want something guaranteed to hey everyone, Pizza Capricciosa is hard to beat.
The combination of artichokes, ham, olives and mushrooms with melty mozzarella will never let you down!
Were only a month out from winter here in Sydney but the weather was glorious.
The perfect birthday weekend to spend at his favourite dog beach, Bayview in the Northern Beaches of Sydney!
HIs first proper swim since January!
Too easy for him to accidentally inhale water into his lungs because of his paralysed larynxes.
I see much amusement coming our way as he adjusts to swimming with a life jacket!!!
Jeff is doing really well!
His jokes are as bad as ever.
The last few months have been rough for him and there are still challenges that lie ahead.
I love you so very much!
