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Pizza capricciosa
Dissolve the yeast in the water, mix in the flour, then the salt, and knead until smooth. Cover and rise 2 hours, then divide into two balls and rise 6 hours more, or 24 hours in the fridge.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Pizza capricciosa take?
8 hr 45 min all in — 35 min prep, 10 min cook, 8 hr rest. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 pizzas. Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Medium.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Milk. Labels are informational — check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Nut-free.
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What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget — about $8–16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Mixing bowl, Oven, Baking tray.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 8 g.
What can I use instead?
Prosciutto cotto → Good-quality leg ham, off the bone. Mild cooked ham; avoid smoked or honey-glazed ham.
Any tips from this recipe?
Toss the sliced mushrooms with a drop of oil and salt so they don't dry out in the oven. Pat the artichokes dry; their oil and brine make the middle soggy.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.