Here’s a delicious recipe for a “Pizza Especial De La Casa” (House Special Pizza) — a Latin-inspired take on a loaded pizza that’s bursting with flavor and texture. This recipe typically features a combination of meats, vegetables, and a bold sauce, popular in many Latin American pizzerias.
🍕 Pizza Especial De La Casa (House Special Pizza)
Ingredients:
Dough (or use store-bought pizza dough)
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2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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1 tsp sugar
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¾ cup warm water (110°F / 43°C)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp salt
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1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce:
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1 cup tomato sauce
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2 tbsp tomato paste
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp oregano
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½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
Toppings:
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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½ cup cooked ham, sliced
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½ cup pepperoni or chorizo, sliced
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½ cup cooked bacon bits
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½ cup sliced green bell peppers
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¼ cup sliced red onions
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¼ cup sliced black olives
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½ cup sliced mushrooms (optional)
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¼ cup sweet corn kernels (optional)
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Fresh oregano or parsley for garnish
🔪 Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
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In a small bowl, mix yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.
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Cover and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
2. Make the Sauce:
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In a saucepan, sauté garlic in a bit of olive oil.
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Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer for 10 minutes, then set aside.
3. Assemble the Pizza:
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Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
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Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 12-inch round.
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Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
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Spread sauce over the dough, leaving edges for the crust.
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Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly.
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Layer all toppings: ham, pepperoni, bacon, veggies, olives, and any extras.
4. Bake:
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
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Remove and let cool slightly.
5. Garnish and Serve:
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Sprinkle fresh oregano or parsley.
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Slice and enjoy!