Prepare to embark on a mouthwatering journey that will transport you straight to the bustling streets of Naples! This authentic Pizzaria La Notizia pizza recipe is not just a meal—it's a culinary experience that will revolutionize your understanding of what a true Italian pizza should taste like. With just a few simple, high-quality ingredients and some expert techniques, you'll create a pizza so delicious, it'll make your taste buds dance and your dinner guests utterly impressed!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 8 mins
Total Time: 23 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 1 pizza
Ingredients
- 1 pizza base
- 1/2 cup San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 cup fior di latte cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your pizza base, ensuring it's rolled out to a thin, even consistency typical of Neapolitan-style pizza.
- Crush the San Marzano tomatoes by hand, creating a rustic, fresh sauce with a vibrant red color and rich flavor.
- Spread the crushed tomatoes evenly across the pizza base, leaving a small border around the edges for the classic Neapolitan crust.
- Tear the fior di latte cheese into small pieces and distribute them carefully over the tomato sauce, ensuring even coverage.
- Season the pizza with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors of the ingredients.
- Drizzle a light stream of extra virgin olive oil across the surface of the pizza, adding depth and richness to the overall taste.
- Preheat a wood-fired oven to approximately 485°C (905°F) - the traditional temperature for authentic Neapolitan pizza.
- Carefully transfer the pizza onto a pizza peel dusted with semolina flour to prevent sticking.
- Slide the pizza into the hot oven and bake for approximately 60-90 seconds, watching for the characteristic leopard-spotted charring on the crust.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and immediately garnish with fresh basil leaves, torn by hand to release their aromatic oils.
- Allow the pizza to rest for a moment, then slice and serve immediately to enjoy the optimal texture and temperature.
Tips
- Ingredient Quality is Key: Use only the freshest San Marzano tomatoes and authentic fior di latte cheese to capture the true essence of Neapolitan pizza.
- Oven Temperature Matters: If you don't have a wood-fired oven, use the highest temperature setting on your home oven and consider using a pizza stone to mimic authentic cooking conditions.
- Dough Technique: Stretch the pizza base by hand instead of using a rolling pin to maintain the traditional light, airy texture.
- Less is More: Resist the temptation to overload your pizza with toppings. Authentic Neapolitan pizza is about letting each ingredient shine.
- Fresh Basil Timing: Add basil leaves only after removing the pizza from the oven to preserve their delicate flavor and prevent burning.
- Olive Oil Drizzle: Use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and drizzle sparingly to enhance, not overpower, the pizza's flavors.
- Serve Immediately: Neapolitan pizza is best enjoyed hot and fresh, straight from the oven, to experience its perfect texture and temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 750kcal
Carbohydrates: 57g
Protein: 37g
Fat: 46g
Saturated Fat: 20g
Cholesterol: 80mg
