Name: Capricciosa Pizza
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 500 g Pizza dough; 1 cup Tomato passata or crushed tomatoes; 10 oz Fresh mozzarella (low moisture); 5 oz Cooked ham (Prosciutto Cotto), torn; 4 oz Cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced; 1 cup Marinated artichoke hearts, quartered and drained; 1/4 cup Pitted black olives, sliced; 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Main Dishes

Capricciosa Pizza

A quintessential Italian classic, the Capricciosa pizza offers a harmonious blend of salty ham, earthy mushrooms, briny artichokes, and tangy olives. This rustic masterpiece captures the essence of a Roman trattoria right in your own kitchen with every savory bite.

Prep

20m

Cook

10m

Serves

Calories

580kcal

Qty	Ingredient
500 g 500 g	Pizza dough
1 cup 240 ml	Tomato passata or crushed tomatoes
10 oz 285 g	Fresh mozzarella (low moisture)
5 oz 140 g	Cooked ham (Prosciutto Cotto), torn
4 oz 115 g	Cremini mushrooms, thinly sliced
1 cup 170 g	Marinated artichoke hearts, quartered and drained
1/4 cup 40 g	Pitted black olives, sliced
1 tbsp 15 ml	Extra virgin olive oil
6 leaves 2 g	Fresh basil leaves

2 Method

Step 1. Preheat your oven to its maximum temperature (usually 500°F/260°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating.

Step 2. Divide the pizza dough into two equal portions and stretch or roll each into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface or parchment paper.

Step 3. Spread a thin, even layer of tomato passata over the dough, leaving about 1 inch for the crust.

Step 4. Tear the mozzarella cheese into small pieces and distribute evenly over the sauce.

Step 5. Arrange the ham, sliced mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and olives over the cheese in a randomized fashion.

Step 6. Drizzle the top of each pizza with a little extra virgin olive oil.

Step 7. Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is charred and golden and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 8. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and let rest for 2 minutes before slicing.

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Use low-moisture mozzarella to prevent the pizza from becoming soggy.
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Ensure the artichoke hearts are very well-drained and patted dry before adding them as toppings.
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If your oven doesn't go very high, use the broiler for the last 2 minutes of cooking to get a better char on the crust.
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For a truly authentic flavor, use Tipo 00 flour if making your dough from scratch.

? FAQ

What is the difference between Capricciosa and Quattro Stagioni?

The ingredients are identical, but on a Capricciosa, the toppings are mixed together, whereas on a Quattro Stagioni, they are separated into four distinct quadrants representing the seasons.

Can I use marinated mushrooms?

While fresh mushrooms are traditional and provide a better texture, you can use marinated ones if they are thoroughly drained.

Should I precook the ham?

No, the ham used (Prosciutto Cotto) is already cooked and will heat through perfectly in the high heat of the pizza oven.

Is Capricciosa pizza spicy?

No, it is a savory and briny pizza. If you want heat, you can add crushed red pepper flakes after baking.

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