Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsThe Crown TavernSuper Cheese Recipe

Super Cheese Recipe

Inspired by The Crown Tavern
Time1h
Serves6

Red Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Whole Milk Mozzarella, Ricotta, Provolone, Parmesan

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Ingredients

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Sauce

Method

Sauce Preparation

  1. 1

    Cook the Garlic

    In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure not to burn it.

  2. 2

    Add the Tomatoes

    Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the garlic.

  3. 3

    Season the Sauce

    Add the dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

  4. 4

    Simmer the Sauce

    Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Cheese Assembly

  1. 5

    Prepare the Cheese

    While the sauce is simmering, prepare the cheese blend. In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, shredded whole milk mozzarella, and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well until combined.

  2. 6

    Layer the Cheese

    In a baking dish, spread a layer of the red sauce on the bottom, followed by dollops of the ricotta cheese mixture. Add slices of fresh mozzarella and provolone cheese on top.

  3. 7

    Finish with Sauce and Cheese

    Pour more red sauce over the cheese layers and sprinkle the remaining grated Parmesan cheese on top.

Baking

  1. 8

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. 9

    Bake the Dish

    Place the assembled dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden on top.

  3. 10

    Cool and Serve

    Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Cut into portions and enjoy your Super Cheese!

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