The Sofia
The inspiration behind this one of a kind pizza recipe is Christian’s daughter Sofia and her journey which has been roller coaster and a triumph. This pizza defines Sofia as she is spicy, she’s sweet, she’s smooth and different. Sofia shows so much character whether going through surgery or having a good time. This pizza has a lot of character, textures and tastes, but they all come together harmoniously, just like her. *Recipe created by Christian Patriarca from Slice420 in Colorado Springs, CO 2021 Fior·di·Latte Recipe Contest Finalist
Course: Pizzas
Yield: One 18" Pizza
Ingredients
- 20 oz. Pizza dough, slacked
- 4 oz. Olive oil
- 2 oz. Garlic, minced
- 1 oz. Grande Romano, grated
- 1 oz. Grande Asiago, shredded
- 1 oz. Grande Parmesan, shredded
- Dried oregano, to taste
- 11.43 oz. Grande Cepponelli Fresh Mozzarella, drained (1 log)
- 4 oz. Grande Whole Milk Mozzarella, shredded
- 14 slices Pepperoni, jumbo
- 30 slices Pepperoni, cupped
- 3 oz. Pickled cherry peppers
- 4 oz. Caramelized onions
- 3 oz. Grande Sopraffina® Ricotta
- Fresh basil, chopped, to taste
- 1 oz. Hot honey
Directions
- Stretch pizza dough to 18” round.
- Mix olive oil with minced garlic and brush evenly over the crust.
- Combine grated Grande Romano, shredded Grande Asiago, shredded Grande Parmesan and sprinkle over the dough and add dried oregano to taste.
- Slice 1 log Grande Cepponelli Fresh Mozzarella into 12 slices; arrange 5 slices evenly over pizza. Reserve 7 slices.
- Top with shredded Grande Whole Milk Mozzarella, 14 jumbo slices of pepperoni and 30 slices of cupped pepperoni.
- Add pickled cherry peppers and caramelized onions.
- Dollop Grande Sopraffina Ricotta over the pizza and top with grated Grande Romano.
- Bake at 600°F for 6 to 9 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
- Remove pizza from oven and finish with a blend of grated Grande Romano, shredded Grande Asiago, shredded Grande Parmesan to taste and a drizzle of hot honey.
- Cut into slices.
