Prosciutto cotto is a favorite Italian preservation of ham that is delightful on a homemade pizza with other simple toppings.
This pizza may not look like anything special, but sometimes simple is best. We found that to be especially true when topping our pizza with the cured pork leg, known as prosciutto cotto. This delicate ham is perfect on its own, with fruit or a great peice of bread. It is also the perfect pizza topping.
Learn more about prosciutto cotto here. 
Disclosure: We received free Prosciutto Cotto product from Rovagnati to make this pizza.
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Prosciutto Cotto Pizza
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Diet: Omnivore
Description
Simple, delicious homemade pizza topped with prosciutto cotto, roasted garlic, and fresh tomatoes. A perfect weeknight meal!
Ingredients
- 1 pizza dough
- 5 cloves Roasted garlic cloves in oil
- 0.5 cups (118 ml) Fresh tomatoes
- 0.25 cups (59 ml) Mushrooms
- 1 cups (237 ml) provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 10 slices Prosciutto Cotto
- A few leaves of fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Roll out the crust to desired thickness on a sheet pan lined with a Silpat or greased parchment paper.
- Brush the top of the dough with oil from the roasted garlic.
- Top with tomatoes, crushing them a bit as you spread. Finish with cheese and mushrooms.
- Top with slices of prosciutto cotto.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the dough is cooked through.
- Cut, top with fresh basil, and enjoy.
Notes
- To prevent a soggy crust, pre-bake the pizza base for 5-7 minutes before adding toppings.
- If you don’t have roasted garlic, use 2-3 cloves of raw garlic, minced.
- Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a skillet or oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven-Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pizza
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 50
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a different type of ham instead of prosciutto cotto?
Yes, you can substitute prosciutto cotto with other hams like prosciutto crudo or even smoked ham, but keep in mind that this will alter the flavor profile of the pizza.
What type of dough works best for this Prosciutto Cotto Pizza?
A thin crust pizza dough is ideal for this recipe, as it allows the flavors of the prosciutto cotto and any additional toppings to shine without being overwhelmed by a thick crust.
Do I need to cook the prosciutto cotto before adding it to the pizza?
No, prosciutto cotto is already cooked and can be added directly to the pizza before or after baking for a flavorful topping.
