Imagine a culinary masterpiece that combines the crispy comfort of pizza with the rich, creamy decadence of perfectly sliced potatoes and smoky gouda cheese. This isn't just another pizza recipe - it's a gourmet experience that transforms humble ingredients into a mouthwatering sensation that will make your taste buds dance with joy. Get ready to elevate your home cooking game with this irresistible Italian-inspired potato pizza that promises to become your new favorite indulgence!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Italian
Serves: 2 pizzas
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 2 large potatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 cup smoked gouda cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tsp rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven during preheating to ensure a crispy crust.
- Wash and thinly slice potatoes using a mandoline or sharp knife, aiming for uniform 1/8-inch thick slices. Pat potato slices dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to approximately 12-14 inches in diameter. Transfer dough to a pizza pan or parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Brush the entire pizza dough surface with olive oil, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Arrange potato slices in overlapping, slightly shingled pattern across the pizza dough, ensuring even coverage.
- Drizzle remaining olive oil over potato slices. Sprinkle with chopped rosemary, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Distribute shredded smoked gouda cheese evenly over the potato layer, ensuring good coverage.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until potato edges are crispy, cheese is melted, and crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes. Slice and serve hot, garnishing with additional fresh rosemary if desired.
Tips
- Use a mandoline slicer for ultra-thin, uniform potato slices to ensure even cooking and crispy edges.
- Pat potato slices completely dry to prevent excess moisture that could make your pizza soggy.
- Preheat your pizza stone or baking sheet to achieve a perfectly crisp crust.
- Don't overload the pizza - a thin, even layer of potatoes and cheese ensures the best texture and flavor.
- Let the pizza rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the cheese to set and make slicing easier.
- For extra flavor, experiment with different herb combinations like thyme or oregano alongside rosemary.
- Use high-quality, freshly grated smoked gouda for the most intense and authentic flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 450kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 15g
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Cholesterol: 40mg
