"Authentic Italian Pizza: History, Ingredients, and Preparation"

                  Preparation of Italian Pizza

              Dish Description:

Italian pizza is one of the most famous global dishes, known for its thin crust and simple, fresh ingredients such as tomatoes, cheese, and olive oil. Its origin traces back to the city of Naples, Italy, where it was initially prepared as a quick and satisfying meal for the city's workers.

                               Ingredients:

        - Forthe dough: 

  - 3 cups of all-purpose flour

  - 1 cup of warm water

  - 1 teaspoon dry yeast

  - 1 teaspoon sugar

  - 2 tablespoons olive oil

  - 1 teaspoon salt

            - For the sauce:

  - 1 cup of tomato sauce

  - 2 cloves of minced garlic

  - 1 tablespoon olive oil

  - Salt and pepper to taste

  - Fresh basil leaves

         - Toppings (optional):

  - Fresh mozzarella cheese (shredded or sliced)

  - Cherry tomatoes (sliced)

  - Black olives

  - Mushrooms

  - Fresh basil

  - Pepperoni or prosciutto slices (optional)

                Preparation Method:

       1. Prepare the dough:

   - In a small bowl, mix the warm water with the yeast and sugar, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast activates.

   - In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix well until a smooth dough forms.

   - Knead the dough for 8-10 minutes until it becomes elastic and firm.

   - Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rest for an hour until it doubles in size.

       2. Prepare the sauce:

   - In a small pan, heat the olive oil, then add the minced garlic and sauté until golden.

   - Add the tomato sauce and simmer for 10 minutes. Add salt, pepper, and fresh basil to taste.

           3. Shape the pizza:

   - Preheat the oven to 250°C (475°F).

   - Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a thin consistency.

   - Transfer the dough to a pizza pan brushed with olive oil.

            4. Add the toppings:

   - Spread the prepared tomato sauce over the dough, then add mozzarella cheese and your favorite toppings such as tomatoes, mushrooms, and olives.

          5. Baking:

   - Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and the cheese is melted.

            6. Serving:

   - Serve the pizza immediately after removing it from the oven, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

                         Year of Invention:

Pizza in its modern form was discovered in 1889 in Naples, Italy.

                   Creator of the Original Recipe:

The pizza as we know it today is attributed to Italian chef Raffaele Esposito, who created a special pizza for Queen Margherita of Savoy using ingredients that represented the colors of the Italian flag: tomatoes (red), mozzarella cheese (white), and basil (green).