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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine Kasseri cheese, sliced mushrooms, truffle oil, chopped parsley, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Assembly and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your wood-fired oven to 500°F (260°C). If using a conventional oven, preheat to the highest setting.
- 7
Shape Pide
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into an oval shape about ¼ inch thick.
- 8
Add Filling
Place a generous amount of the filling mixture along the center of each oval dough. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling to create an enclosed boat shape.
- 9
Bake Pide
Carefully transfer the pide to the hot oven. Bake for about 10-15 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 10
Serve
Remove the pide from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve warm, drizzled with additional truffle oil if desired.