PIZZA with yellow datterino tomato puree, olives, and grilled eggplant
Smiling is innate and spontaneous—we don’t need to learn or practice it, and it brings countless benefits. It even has its own day: World Smile Day, celebrated every first Friday in October. Smiles feature prominently in proverbs and sayings, including this gem from Ancient China: “Every smile makes you a day younger.” By now, it’s common knowledge: smiling helps lift your spirits and even reduces stress. This small but great action triggers the release of “feel-good hormones” (endorphins), which act as a natural painkiller. But despite these well-known facts, adults often forget the magic of smiling.
That’s why our recipe serves as more than just a delicious treat—it’s also a gentle reminder, a cheerful wish, and even a tiny request: let’s smile more often!
Our Pizza Smile, topped with mortadella, mild provolone, lamb’s lettuce, and balsamic vinegar, is a delightful combination of delicate flavors and vibrant colors. It’s perfect for a fun evening with friends or a solo indulgence at home, perhaps in front of a compelling TV series or enveloped in the atmosphere of your favorite music.
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10-15 minutes
Servings: for 1 person
Ingredients
1 Classic Pizza Base by Pizza Food Love
100 g of Yellow Datterino Tomato Puree by Emilia Food Love
60 g of mini mozzarella balls
4-5 yellow datterino tomatoes
4-5 Grilled Eggplants in oil by Emilia Food Love
Mixed pitted olives in extra virgin olive in oil by Toscana Food Love
Oregano
Extra virgin olive oil Colline di Romagna DOP by Emilia Food Love
Salt and pepper
Method
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Spread the yellow datterino tomato puree evenly over the pizza base.
- Add the mozzarella balls and some mixed olives in oil.
- Season with dried oregano and a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper.
- Bake in the oven at 180 °C (350 °F) for about 10 minutes or until the mozzarella is melted (you can go up to 15 minutes if you prefer a crispier pizza).
- Remove from the oven and top with grilled eggplants and fresh datterino tomatoes.
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Finish by drizzling with extra virgin olive oil.
Tip
For a richer flavor, add a few shavings of our aged Pecorino from Reggio Emilia Apennines after baking.
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SMILE PIZZA with mortadella, mild provolone, lamb's lettuce and balsamic vinegar
The name of our new recipe hides — in plain sight — the wish we want to extend to all of you: we hope to bring to your homes, along with the taste and colors of this fun pizza, many smiles and moments of serenity.
Our Smile Pizza with mortadella, mild provolone, lamb’s lettuce and balsamic vinegar is a delicious reminder of the magical power of this simple, natural gesture. A smile is powerful enough to chase away negativity and ease your worries.