So This Is Christmas

Merry Christmas is such an infectious feeling I like to feel that way all year around.

So if you are visiting just before Christmas, just after Christmas or even here on Christmas day I am sure you will find something of interest for you and in the spirit of Christmas.

It may be said that Christmas is no longer a celebration but this must be spoken by people that have never had trouble closing their eyes on Christmas Eve in an expectation of what maybe left for them on the carpet under the tree.

I continue to look forward to the surprise on my Grandchild's faces to this day at Christmas events.

Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas - Merry Christmas

Sunday, December 29, 2013

The Simplicity Of Authentic Neapolitan Pizza Is What Makes It So Delicious

By Harriett Crosby


Warm delicious dough topped with simple but delicious toppings is the simplest explanation of this meal. But nothing will make your mouth water more than authentic Neapolitan pizza. It is in the simple that the flavors are allowed to meld and create a taste explosion in your mouth.

As the name implied, Neapolitan pizza was created in Naples, Italy. Actually that is the birthplace of all styles of this dish. What an extraordinary and divine item to be associated with. This dish comes in many forms, but in Naples it is more than a snack or a quick dinner on the go, it is an art form. Those that make it do more than just throw the dough up in the air.

Naples is one of the oldest cities in the country of Italy. It has one of the busiest ports in the world and that has been the case throughout the ages. Because of the port many invaders and travelers have come to this city bringing with it their flavors and tastes. While Naples makes most of its economy from the port, the draw of its pizza and its lure ad the inventor of this favorite meal cannot be denied.

The most important aspect of this dish is the foundation or crust. Its ingredients are minimal with only salt, yeast, water and wheat flour coming together to make the most flavorful dough. In Naples, to make pizza is a highly respected and dedicated profession that no artisan takes for granted. The balance of the right dough, ingredients, and baking time is something these pizzaiolo's work hard to accomplish. The trademark tossing of the crust is another very important aspect of making the dough perfect and these chefs are pros at it.

Simplicity is the key to this dish. Using less brings out more flavors in all aspects of the meal. After creating the crust, a simple brush of extra virgin olive oil heightens the browning. Add on a marinara sauce of tomatoes, garlic, and basil and you have the basis for the perfect Margherita pizza. The crowning glory is a fresh buffalo or cow milk mozzarella. These flavors aligned on the perfect dough bring a mouth watering outcome.

The freshness of ingredients is paramount to a simple meal like this. Using hand-grown and local ingredients heighten the subtlety of the flavors. Once you have the perfectly crafted pie then cooking begins. The dough does not take much cook time. Instead you want to cook it quickly in a special oven preferably on a stone round to bring all those flavors together to perfection.

This amazing foodstuff began as a dedication to the Italian flag. The simple color of red sauce, white mozzarella, and green basil was a dedication to the country, and some visiting nobles to Naples. Yet even though there is a standard topping combination for this dish, you can add mushrooms and sausage for those wanting a bit more. However, the Margherita basic pizza is by far the most requested and enjoyed.

Enjoying authentic Neapolitan pizza is a taste sensation you won't forget, especially if you have the opportunity to eat it in the city of Naples. Until then, find a local pizzeria that takes time and crafts a pie with delicate flavors, perfectly baked crust, and an attention to detail that any pizzaiolo would be proud to enjoy.




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