Name: Grandma Pizza with Burrata and Prosciutto
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Italian-inspired cuisine
Ingredients: 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, at room temperature); 28 oz canned san marzano tomatoes (crushed or diced); 8 oz fresh mozzarella (shredded or thinly sliced); 8 oz burrata cheese (fresh, torn into pieces); 4 oz prosciutto (thinly sliced); 1 cup fresh basil (leaves, for garnish); 3 tbsp olive oil (plus more for drizzling); 2 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 1 tsp dried oregano; 0.5 tsp salt (or to taste); 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)

A rustic, rectangular Grandma pizza with a golden, crispy crust is topped with creamy burrata cheese, salty prosciutto, and fresh basil leaves, glistening under warm lighting.

Step into the heart of Italian-American comfort with this Grandma Pizza featuring creamy burrata and savory prosciutto. Originating in Long Island, New York, Grandma pizza is renowned for its rectangular shape, thin, crispy crust, and often a brighter, fresher tomato sauce. Unlike its Neapolitan or New York-style cousins, it's typically baked in an olive oil-coated pan, yielding a rustic yet refined texture that’s incredibly satisfying. This recipe elevates the humble Grandma slice to an elegant culinary experience, perfect for a cozy family dinner or impressing guests. The sweet tang of San Marzano tomatoes, melded with fresh mozzarella, forms the perfect canvas for the star ingredients: rich, milky burrata that melts into pockets of bliss, and delicate, salty prosciutto. A final scattering of vibrant basil adds an aromatic finish, tying all the flavors together. Home cooks will find this recipe approachable, offering a delightful foray into making authentic Italian-inspired pizza with high-quality ingredients, resulting in a gourmet pizza night right in your own kitchen.

Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Servings: 6

Instructions

Preparation

1Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a 13x9 inch rectangular baking pan or a similar size sheet pan, ensuring the bottom is well coated.
2Press the pizza dough evenly into the oiled baking pan, stretching it to reach all corners. If the dough springs back, let it rest for 5-10 minutes and then continue stretching. Set aside to rise slightly while you prepare the sauce.
3In a medium bowl, combine the crushed San Marzano tomatoes, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Assembly and Baking

1Evenly spread the prepared tomato sauce over the pizza dough in the pan, leaving a small border for the crust.
2Distribute the shredded fresh mozzarella over the tomato sauce.
3Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
4Remove the pizza from the oven. Arrange the torn burrata pieces and slices of prosciutto over the hot pizza. The residual heat will gently warm the prosciutto and slightly melt the burrata, preserving its creamy texture.
5Carefully slide the pizza out of the pan onto a cutting board. Garnish generously with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil, if desired, and finish with a crack of fresh black pepper.
6Slice into squares and serve immediately, allowing each slice to showcase the distinct Grandma pizza characteristics.

Instructions

Preparation

1Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Drizzle 2 tablespoons of olive oil into a 13x9 inch rectangular baking pan or a similar size sheet pan, ensuring the bottom is well coated.
2Press the pizza dough evenly into the oiled baking pan, stretching it to reach all corners. If the dough springs back, let it rest for 5-10 minutes and then continue stretching. Set aside to rise slightly while you prepare the sauce.
3In a medium bowl, combine the crushed San Marzano tomatoes, minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Assembly and Baking

1Evenly spread the prepared tomato sauce over the pizza dough in the pan, leaving a small border for the crust.
2Distribute the shredded fresh mozzarella over the tomato sauce.
3Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
4Remove the pizza from the oven. Arrange the torn burrata pieces and slices of prosciutto over the hot pizza. The residual heat will gently warm the prosciutto and slightly melt the burrata, preserving its creamy texture.
5Carefully slide the pizza out of the pan onto a cutting board. Garnish generously with fresh basil leaves. Drizzle with a little extra virgin olive oil, if desired, and finish with a crack of fresh black pepper.
6Slice into squares and serve immediately, allowing each slice to showcase the distinct Grandma pizza characteristics.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 650 kcal
Protein: 30 g
Fat: 35 g
Carbs: 55 g

Nutrient	Per serving
Calories	650 kcal
Protein	30 g
Fat	35 g
Carbs	55 g