Best 5 Lemon And Italian Cheese Pizza Recipes

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When it comes to pizza, there are endless possibilities for toppings and flavor combinations. But if you're looking for a classic Italian pizza that is both delicious and easy to make, then look no further than lemon and Italian cheese pizza. This unique dish combines the bright and tangy flavor of lemon with the creamy richness of Italian cheeses, creating a pizza that is sure to tantalize your taste buds. With its simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, this recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a fun weekend project with friends and family.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LEMON-AND-ITALIAN-CHEESE PIZZA



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Lemon on a pizza? Teamed with red onion and two Italian cheeses (Piave and fontina), it makes a uniquely delicious topping. Martha made this recipe on "Martha Bakes" episode 1104.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Yield Makes one 12-inch pizza

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 ounces Piave cheese, shaved
2 ounces fontina cheese, shaved
1 round Chris Bianco's Pizza Dough
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced
6 very thin slices lemon, seeds removed
1 tablespoon small sprigs fresh rosemary
Freshly ground pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Place a pizza stone on floor of gas oven (remove racks) or bottom rack of electric oven. Preheat oven to at least 500 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, arrange onion and lemon slices over dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Distribute cheeses evenly; top with rosemary. Season with pepper; drizzle with oil.
  • Switch oven to broiler setting. Align edge of peel with edge of stone. Tilt peel, jerking it gently to move pizza. When edge of pizza touches stone, quickly pull back peel to transfer pizza to stone. (Do not move pizza.) Broil until bubbles begin to form in crust, 3 to 4 minutes. Reduce temperature to 500 degrees, and bake until crust is crisp and golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes more. (If not using broiler, bake pizza 10 to 15 minutes total.) Remove pizza from oven using peel. Slice and serve.

LEMON PIZZA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 ounces pizza dough
2 tablespoons heavy cream
3 ounces mozzarella knots, shredded
6 thin slices ham
1/4 small onion, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 cup loosely packed baby arugula
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place a pizza stone on the floor or the lowest rack of your oven. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Pat the pizza dough into a 12-inch diameter circle and place it on a peel. Spread on the heavy cream, then the mozzarella. Place the ham slices on evenly and scatter the onions over the top. Sprinkle the lemon juice over everything. Slide onto the stone and bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Cover the pizza with the baby arugula and grind on some black pepper.
  • Buon Appetito!

FOUR CHEESE MARGHERITA PIZZA



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This is a fantastic version of an Italian classic. The feta cheese adds a rich flavor that brings this dish to life. Incredibly easy and incredibly delicious!

Provided by Michelle

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
½ teaspoon sea salt
8 Roma tomatoes, sliced
2 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crusts
8 ounces shredded Mozzarella cheese
4 ounces shredded Fontina cheese
10 fresh basil leaves, washed, dried
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Stir together olive oil, garlic, and salt; toss with tomatoes, and allow to stand for 15 minutes. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Brush each pizza crust with some of the tomato marinade. Sprinkle the pizzas evenly with Mozzarella and Fontina cheeses. Arrange tomatoes overtop, then sprinkle with shredded basil, Parmesan, and feta cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 551.4 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Cholesterol 58.4 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 28.9 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1182.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CHEESY LEMON PIZZA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound refrigerated pizza dough
1 cup whole-milk ricotta
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (from 2 lemons)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
All-purpose flour, for dusting hands and work surface
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup torn mozzarella
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Remove the pizza dough from the refrigerator 1 hour before starting.
  • Position oven racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 450 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, combine the ricotta, lemon zest, oregano and salt. Set aside.
  • Using a touch of flour to prevent sticking, stretch out the pizza dough into an 11-by-16-inch oval. Coat a baking sheet with the olive oil. Transfer the dough to the baking sheet and spread evenly with the ricotta mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle the mozzarella over the ricotta.
  • Bake on the lower rack for 10 minutes. Rotate to the upper rack and bake until deep golden brown, an additional 10 minutes. Remove the pizza to a cooling rack and sprinkle with the Parmesan, basil and pepper flakes. Cut into pieces and serve.

LEMON CAKE MIX DESSERT PIZZA



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Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package lemon cake mix (regular size)
1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats, divided
8 tablespoons butter, softened, divided
1 large egg, room temperature, lightly beaten
1/4 cup sugar
1/3 cup sliced almonds
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup lemon curd
1 can (21 ounces) blueberry pie filling

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cake mix, 1 cup oats and 6 tablespoons butter on low speed until coarse crumbs form. Reserve 1 cup mixture for topping. To remaining mixture, beat in egg. Press dough onto an ungreased 12-in. pizza pan; pinch edges to form a rim. Bake for 12 minutes., Meanwhile, to reserved topping, add sugar, remaining 1/4 cup oats and 2 tablespoons butter. Stir in almonds. In another bowl, beat cream cheese and lemon curd until smooth. Spread par-baked crust with cream cheese mixture. Gently spoon pie filling over top. Sprinkle with almond mixture. Bake until topping is lightly browned, 20-25 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before serving. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 14g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 57g carbohydrate (37g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pizza.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza. Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature. This will help the crust get crispy.
  • Use a pizza stone or baking sheet. This will help the pizza cook evenly.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing it. This will help the cheese set and prevent the toppings from falling off.

Conclusion:

Lemon and Italian cheese pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its bright citrus flavor and creamy cheese, this pizza is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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