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Stuffed Cheese Crust Pizza

Cultural Context

Stuffed Cheese Crust Pizza has its roots in the American adaptation of Italian pizza, gaining popularity in the late 20th century. This indulgent dish combines the classic flavors of pizza with a unique twist, featuring a cheese-filled crust that adds a delightful richness. Today, it is a favorite among pizza lovers worldwide, often enjoyed at parties and family gatherings, showcasing the versatility of pizza as a beloved comfort food.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups Water (lukewarm)
1 pkg Instant Yeast
1 tbsp Sugar
1 tbsp Salt
1 tsp Olive Oil
5 1/2 cups Flour
1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese
16 String Cheese Sticks (8 for each Pizza)
Alfredo Sauce
Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
Zucchini (half Moon slices)
Chicken (shredded)
Artichoke Pieces
Garlic Slices (sautéed)
Garlic Oil
Green Onions (sliced)

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: shredded mozzarella

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

ricotta cheese

🥗Healthier: cottage cheese

💰Cheaper: cream cheese

Cottage cheese is lower in calories and provides a similar texture.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

pepperoni

🥗Healthier: turkey pepperoni

💰Cheaper: salami

Turkey pepperoni offers lower fat content.

1

Combine Water, Yeast, Sugar, Salt and Olive Oil and set aside.

2

Combine Flour, Italian Seasoning and Parmesan Cheese, then add Yeast Mixture and knead.

3

Shape dough into a ball.

4

Oil a large bowl and the dough, cover with a towel for 1-2 hours in a warm place until doubled in size.

5

Remove towel and cut dough in half (use or save the other half).

6

Roll out one half of the dough 1" bigger than the Pizza Pan.

7

Transfer to the Pan and place String Cheese in a circle.

8

Cover Cheese with dough to form the Crust.

9

Prick dough with a fork.

10

Precook for 5 minutes.

11

Top with Alfredo Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Zucchini, Chicken, Artichokes, and Garlic Slices.

12

Brush Garlic Oil on Crust and sprinkle Parmesan on the Crust.

13

Bake for 18 minutes or until golden.

14

Sprinkle with Green Onions.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

16" Pizza Panoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Cheese-Stuffed PizzaStuffed Crust Pizza
Local Name: Pizza con Crosta Ripiena di Formaggio

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