Pizza Quattro Stagioni, which translates to “Four Seasons Pizza,” is a traditional Italian pizza divided into four sections, each representing a different season with various toppings. Here’s how you can make it at home:
Ingredients:
**For the pizza dough:**
– 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
– 1 ½ cups warm water (around 110°F or 45°C)
– 1 tablespoon sugar
– 3 ½ – 4 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon salt
**For the toppings:**
– 1 cup tomato sauce (homemade or store-bought)
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
**For each section:**
**Spring (Primavera):**
– Artichoke hearts, quartered
– Black olives, sliced
– Mushrooms, sliced
– Prosciutto or cooked ham, thinly sliced
**Summer (Estate):**
– Cherry tomatoes, halved
– Fresh basil leaves
– Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
– Extra virgin olive oil
**Autumn (Autunno):**
– Cooked Italian sausage, crumbled
– Red bell peppers, sliced
– Caramelized onions
– Grated Parmesan cheese
**Winter (Inverno):**
– Roasted butternut squash, diced
– Cooked spinach, squeezed to remove excess moisture
– Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
– Walnuts, chopped
Instructions:
**1. Prepare the pizza dough:**
Follow the same steps as mentioned in the Margherita pizza recipe to prepare the pizza dough. Let it rise while you prepare the toppings.
**2. Preheat your oven:**
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating.
**3. Prepare the toppings:**
1. Divide the pizza dough into four equal portions and roll them out into individual pizza rounds.
2. Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over each pizza round, leaving a small border around the edges.
3. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce on each pizza.
**4. Arrange the toppings:**
For each section of the pizza, arrange the toppings accordingly:
– **Spring (Primavera)**: Place artichoke hearts, black olives, mushrooms, and prosciutto or ham on one section.
– **Summer (Estate)**: Arrange halved cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, sliced fresh mozzarella cheese, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil on another section.
– **Autumn (Autunno)**: Spread crumbled Italian sausage, sliced red bell peppers, caramelized onions, and grated Parmesan cheese on another section.
– **Winter (Inverno)**: Place diced roasted butternut squash, cooked spinach, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, and chopped walnuts on the final section.
**5. Bake the pizza:**
1. Transfer the prepared pizzas to the preheated oven, either directly onto the pizza stone or onto a baking sheet if using.
2. Bake for about 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
3. Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your homemade Pizza Quattro Stagioni, with each section representing a different season!
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