Wood-Fired Pizza and Roasted Veggies in Your Authentic Pizza Oven

Cooking with your Authentic Pizza Oven isn’t just about making pizza—it’s about creating unforgettable meals in your backyard with the rich, smoky flavor only a wood-fired oven can provide. This month, we’re featuring a delicious homemade Margherita Pizza alongside a flavorful side of Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables. These recipes will transform your backyard cooking experience, giving you the perfect excuse to gather family and friends around the fire.

Wood-Fired Margherita Pizza

A classic Margherita pizza is a staple for any pizza lover. With simple, fresh ingredients and a perfectly crisp crust, this pizza highlights the true flavors of a wood-fired oven.

Ingredients:

• 1 ball of pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

• ½ cup San Marzano tomato sauce

• 6-8 fresh basil leaves

• 8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Salt to taste

• 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)

• 1 tbsp flour or cornmeal (for dusting)

Instructions:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Heat your Authentic Pizza Oven to around 750°F (400°C). Let the fire burn down until you have a nice, even bed of embers.

2. Prepare the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, stretch out your dough to about 12 inches in diameter.

3. Assemble the Pizza: Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Add mozzarella slices and basil leaves. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of salt.

4. Bake in the Wood-Fired Oven: Use a pizza peel to transfer the pizza onto the oven floor. Cook for about 90 seconds, rotating every 30 seconds for even cooking. The crust should be lightly charred, and the cheese melted and bubbling.

5. Enjoy! Slice and serve immediately, savoring the smoky, crispy crust that only an authentic wood-fired oven can deliver.

Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables

A wood-fired oven isn’t just for pizza! These Mediterranean-style roasted veggies make the perfect side dish, complementing any meal with their deep, smoky flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 zucchini, sliced

• 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips

• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips

• 1 small eggplant, cubed

• ½ red onion, sliced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp smoked paprika

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss all the vegetables with olive oil, garlic, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

2. Preheat the Oven: Bring your Authentic Pizza Oven to about 500°F (260°C), allowing the wood fire to create an even heat.

3. Roast the Vegetables: Spread the vegetables evenly on a cast-iron skillet or baking tray. Place them in the oven and roast for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender and slightly charred.

4. Serve & Enjoy: Remove from the oven and serve warm as a delicious, smoky side dish.

Cooking in your wood-fired Authentic Pizza Oven brings out the best flavors in both pizzas and roasted vegetables. Whether you’re making a classic Margherita pizza or roasting a medley of colorful veggies, these recipes will turn your backyard into the ultimate outdoor kitchen. Try them today and elevate your wood-fired cooking experience!

Written by: Penny Warring

Authentic Pizza Ovens is a leading maker of handmade wood-fired ovens, crafting some of the finest in the world for decades.

Our ovens bring family and friends together, creating lasting memories across the U.S., Australia, and Canada.

Learn more at authenticpizzaovens.com.

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