Pizza A La Vodka Recipe
fresh mozzarella and fire roasted tomatoes with a base of house made vodka red sauce
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Ingredients
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Pizza Ingredients
Method
Vodka Red Sauce Preparation
- 1
Make the Vodka Red Sauce
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sauté 2 minced garlic cloves until fragrant. Add 1 can (15 oz) of crushed tomatoes, 1/2 cup of vodka, 1 teaspoon of red pepper flakes, and salt to taste. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Prepare the Pizza
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to fit a 12-inch pizza stone or baking sheet. Transfer the dough to the baking surface.
- 3
Assemble the Pizza
Spread the vodka red sauce evenly over the pizza dough. Tear the fresh mozzarella into pieces and distribute over the sauce. Add the fire roasted tomatoes on top, followed by a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- 4
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- 5
Garnish and Serve
Top with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.
