Roquefort, Fig, and Ham Pizza

Name: Roquefort, Fig, and Ham Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 250g strong white bread flour; 10g active dry yeast; 1 tsp pink Himalayan salt; 10ml extra virgin olive oil; 160ml warm water; Crushed canned tomatoes; Low-fat shredded cheese; Roquefort cheese; Fresh figs; Serrano ham; Homemade date paste

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Today I'm making a Roquefort and ham pizza with fresh figs that I absolutely love for its contrast between sweet and savory. I get right to work on a homemade base using strong bread flour, crushed tomatoes, and shredded cheese. The Roquefort brings a wonderful intensity, while the sliced figs balance it out with their natural sweetness alongside a touch of homemade date paste.

If you're looking for a Roquefort pizza that feels a little different for dinner for two, this combination is well worth trying. I like to add the serrano ham right when it comes out of the oven so it keeps its tender texture and doesn't dry out. That way, every ingredient shines without the ham getting overcooked.

For another cozy dinner, I recommend my Spelt pizza with goat cheese and ham and my Spelt pizza with arugula and ham.

Prep: 15 minCook: 12 minServes: 2

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need for the dough

250g strong white bread flour
10g active dry yeast
1 tsp pink Himalayan salt
10ml extra virgin olive oil
160ml warm water

Here are the ingredients you need for the toppings

Crushed canned tomatoes
Low-fat shredded cheese
Roquefort cheese
Fresh figs
Serrano ham
Homemade date paste

Step by step

Instructions

1Add all the dough ingredients into your food processor and knead for 6 minutes at speed 3 (if you don't have one, just knead by hand).
2Transfer the dough to your work surface and shape it into a ball, place it onto parchment paper, and roll it out flat using a rolling pin and your hands.
3Add the toppings: crushed tomatoes, shredded cheese, sliced figs, Roquefort, and a drizzle of date paste.
4Bake at 250ºC for about 10-12 minutes.
5Remove from the oven and lay the slices of serrano ham on top fresh.
6And that's it! Our ROQUEFORT, FIG, AND HAM PIZZA is ready.

Frequently asked questions

Can I replace the Roquefort with another cheese?

Yes, you can use any other blue cheese, such as a mild Gorgonzola dolce, if you prefer a gentler flavor. Just scatter small pieces evenly over the pizza.

Is the date paste necessary?

No, feel free to skip it if you prefer a less sweet contrast, since the figs already bring natural sweetness. If you do use it, start with just a little so it doesn't overpower the Roquefort and ham.

How should I store and reheat leftover pizza?

Store it in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours, and enjoy it within two days. Reheat it in the oven; if possible, take the ham off first and place it back on at the end so it doesn't dry out.