Description
Pizza Capricciosa is a classic Italian pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, artichokes, and olives, offering a rich balance of savory and earthy flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough (12-inch)
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
- 3 oz cooked ham, sliced
- 1/2 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts, quartered
- 1/4 cup black olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer dough to parchment paper.
- Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
- Add mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
- Distribute ham, mushrooms, artichokes, and olives on top.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with oregano and a pinch of salt.
- Transfer pizza to the hot oven and bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from oven, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use fresh mozzarella for a more authentic texture.
- Do not overload toppings to ensure a crisp crust.
- Can be baked in a wood-fired oven for traditional results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian