Funghi E Rapini Recipe
white pie, mozzarella, broccoli rabe, roasted mushroom, garlic
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough begins to form.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Toppings Preparation
- 5
Prepare Broccoli Rabe
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and blanch for about 2-3 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, chop into smaller pieces.
- 6
Roast Mushrooms
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Clean and slice the mushrooms. Toss them with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 7
Sauté Garlic
In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Assembling and Baking
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- 9
Form Pizza Base
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a preheated pizza stone.
- 10
Add Toppings
Spread the sautéed garlic evenly over the dough. Layer with roasted mushrooms, blanched broccoli rabe, and mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Carefully place the pizza in the preheated oven. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- 12
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.