Pizza ai Quattro Formaggi

Pizza ai Quattro Formaggi is a deliciously rich Italian dish featuring a harmonious blend of four distinct cheeses, creating a creamy and savory experience. This Halal version ensures that everyone can enjoy its cheesy goodness without compromising dietary restrictions.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Fontina cheese, shredded - 50 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 250°C (482°F). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, approximately 12 inches in diameter.
3. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the base of the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese generously over the tomato sauce.
5. Evenly distribute the crumbled Gorgonzola, grated Parmesan, and shredded Fontina cheese on top of the mozzarella.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the cheese and season with dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to taste.
7. Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven or onto the pizza stone.
8. Bake for about 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
9. Once cooked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute.
10. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 750
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in calcium from the cheeses, promoting strong bones.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil that may support heart health.

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