Polselli x Gabriele Bonci | Masterclass on the Art of Pizza

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

prosciutto

🥗Healthier: turkey ham

💰Cheaper: salami

Turkey ham is lower in fat, while salami is often more affordable.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried basil

Spinach provides similar flavor with more nutrients, while dried basil is cost-effective.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grana padano

Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor with fewer calories, while grana padano is a less expensive alternative.

Mix flour, water, yeast, and salt in a large bowl until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).

Roll out the risen dough on a baking sheet to about 1 inch thick.

Spread tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.

Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously on top of the sauce.

Add desired toppings such as prosciutto, arugula, or seasonal vegetables.

Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before slicing into squares.

Garnish with fresh basil and grated parmesan before serving.

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