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Goat Cheese and Soppressata Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Pizza
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Description

This Goat Cheese and Soppressata Pizza features a crispy golden crust topped with rich mozzarella, tangy crumbled goat cheese, and spicy soppressata slices. Finished with a drizzle of olive oil, dried oregano, fresh basil, and optional red pepper flakes for a perfect balance of flavors, this easy-to-make pizza is ideal for a quick, delicious meal.

Ingredients

Pizza Base and Sauce

  • 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, about 12-inch)
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce or crushed tomatoes
  • Flour, for dusting

Cheeses

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 4 oz goat cheese, crumbled

Meat and Seasonings

  • 6 oz soppressata slices
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C) and if you have a pizza stone, place it inside to heat up. This ensures a crisp crust.
  2. Roll Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, about 12 inches in diameter.
  3. Prepare Base: Transfer the dough carefully to a pizza peel or baking sheet dusted with flour or cornmeal to prevent sticking.
  4. Spread Sauce: Evenly spread the pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges to form the crust.
  5. Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce layer for a melty base.
  6. Add Goat Cheese and Soppressata: Distribute the crumbled goat cheese and soppressata slices on top of the mozzarella for rich, tangy, and spicy flavors.
  7. Season and Oil: Drizzle the olive oil over the assembled pizza and sprinkle dried oregano evenly to enhance the aroma.
  8. Bake: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  9. Garnish: Remove the pizza from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
  10. Serve: Slice the pizza and serve immediately while hot and fresh.

Notes

  • Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but is optional.
  • For a spicier flavor, increase the amount of red pepper flakes.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for best results.
  • You can substitute soppressata with another cured salami if desired.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pizza dough.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/goat-cheese-and-soppressata-pizza-recipe-2/