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Look at the picture below: this stuffed pizza bread recipe<\/strong> is as gorgeous as flavourful and easy to prepare. Presentation: 10\/10. Flavour: 10\/10. It's the ultimate pull-apart bread. Perfect as an appetizer, a unique lunch option, or a showstopper for your guests: this recipe is sure to impress!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It's December 27 while I'm writing this post and I-AM-SO-CONFUSED<\/strong>. What day is it? Monday, Tuesday...? This is a common perception after the holidays I think, it's like a Christmas hangover. Am I right? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We're all stuffed with food that we can't even reason, and the last thing we want to talk about is...food<\/strong>. But hey, I own a food blog guys, so here we go again: talking about food for the umpteenth time this week! I beg your pardon, lol<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I won't bore you with a long post today, promise! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make pizza bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First of all, I hear you saying \"why is this called pizza bread<\/strong>?\".<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I'll be honest: because it was the easiest name to use for a stuffed bread-like dough with tomato, oregano and mozzarella.
And of course because it tastes like pizza (duh<\/em>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, you know that I always like to share the steps to take to make a recipe, right? Then let's see how simple it is to make this star shaped pizza bread!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Prepare the dough (or buy a good one!)<\/strong>
    To make this gorgeous pizza star I've used mom's recipe: combine all the ingredients, let proof for a couple of hours (ideal temperature is 28-30\u00b0C \/ 82-86\u00b0 F) until doubled.
    Are you feeling lazy? Buy a good pizza dough (bakeries sell it sometimes).
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  2. In the meantime,<\/strong> let tomato reduce<\/strong>
    This step is important: let your tomato sauce thicken a little bit, at low heat. This will help you while assembling.
    I've made this recipe a few times and at the beginning I had some problems because my sauce released too many liquids.
    To avoid that, let it simmer so it reduces.
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  3. Assemble pizza bread<\/strong>
    When the dough has doubled in volume: divide it into 3 pieces, then - on a floured surface - roll each into a 23 cm (9 inches) disc.
    Put the first disk on parchment paper.
    Top with sauce and mozzarella, then another disc, repeat, add the last disc.
    Cut into 16 \"slices\" and twist (follow the video!).
    Gently brush the surface with oil and Parmesan (optional).
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  4. Bake<\/strong>
    Well, just bake! 200\u00b0C (390\u00b0 F) for about 30-35 minutes.
    Better if eaten immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Note: while the dough is proofing, remember to cut your mozzarella and let it drain on a colander. We don't want extra moistness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    P.S. don't worry: it gets messy. Even if we made our tomato sauce reduce, it'll probably lose some liquids. When baked, it won't look messy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    About the filling: substitutions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    I love the filling of this stuffed pizza bread (it's just like Pizza Margherita)!
    Let's see, though, if you can substitute or omit something.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Flour<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I've tried this recipe using organic all purpose (00 flour here), bread and spelt flour. All of them were amazing, feel free to choose what you like\/already have at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Mozzarella<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I've tested it both with and without mozzarella. If you don't use it, it will be a delicious vegan appetizer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Want to change cheese? Feel free to try scamorza, provola, or something like that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tomato<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I've used both San Marzano peeled tomatoes (in a can), then made my own sauce (quick), and also datterini tomato sauce.
    You can use your favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Parmesan cheese<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    I've used parmesan to get a beautiful golden brown crust. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    I normally HATE Parmigiano (and I live in Parma, Italy lol<\/em>), but in this case you can't taste it when cooked, so it's ok.
    Is it optional? Totally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    The ideal appetiser<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    The idea to share my quick pizza recipe on the blog came a few weeks ago, when I remembered I posted something similar last year on December 24, just in another shape<\/strong><\/a> (see the link).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Then, at the beginning of this month, I saw @zoebakes'<\/em><\/a><\/strong> stories on Instagram: she was making holiday star bread with raspberry jam and it dumbfounded me! It was just BEAUTIFUL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    So I thought 'Why not making a savory version using my quick pizza recipe?'<\/a><\/strong>
    <\/em>And TADAAAN! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Look at it, it's perfection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    In my opinion, this pizza bread is the ideal appetizer.
    You can put it on a cute serving plate in the center of your table and your guests can take a piece (with clean hands!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Do you have other questions?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    It's not easy to answer all the questions you may have, so PLEASE leave a comment below and I'm glad to reply! Thank you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    If you make this recipe, please be sure to give it a rating and leave a comment! It would make me so happy!<\/strong>  🙂<\/p>\n\n\n

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    Remember: if you try one of my recipes, tag me on Instagram<\/a> or DM me the photos!<\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Don\u2019t forget to pin and share this easy and delicious recipe!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/a>\n\n\n

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    STUFFED PIZZA BREAD<\/h2>\n