We all want to enjoy some delicious takeout food in the summer. But when it’s hot, our regular favorites aren’t always the most appealing options. The solution? A four-cheese pizza from Veneto Ristorante & Pizzeria! This light and tasty pizza is the perfect meal for when you’re craving Italian food on a hot summer evening. Like so many Italian foods, the four-cheese pizza has a rich history that secures its place in traditional Italian cuisine.
Let’s take a look at the history and traditions of this tasty summer food!
Back the Beginning
While we don’t know the exact origins of the four-cheese pizza—Quattro Formaggi in Italian—it most likely goes back to Naples, the birthplace of pizza. Using a combination of multiple cheeses on pizza has been a part of Italian culinary tradition for centuries. Different cheeses have different flavors and textures, and combining them creates a complex culinary experience. Blending the cheeses together is a creative and delicious way to show off the diversity of Italian flavors and ingredients.
The Cheese Combos
Depending on the regional culinary tradition a restaurant is modeling, there can be some variation in which four cheeses are on the pizza. A common combination is mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmesan, and fontina. At Veneto, we do things a little differently. Our four-cheese pizza uses mozzarella, provolone, romano, and ricotta. We also forgo the tomato sauce so that the flavors of the cheeses are front and center. Additionally, skipping the sauce makes our four-cheese pizza the perfect summertime meal!
Layering the Cheeses
We don’t just dump the cheeses on the pizza and call it a day. The method of layering the cheeses ensures that the flavors and textures blend together perfectly. We start with a base of mozzarella, the classic pizza cheese. This creates a melty and elastic base for the other cheeses. Up next is the provolone, which melts nicely into the mozzarella and adds a slightly smoky flavor. Finally, we have the romano and ricotta, which balance out the textures. Romano is a hard cheese that provides bursts of flavor. On the other hand, ricotta is a soft whey cheese that spreads easily across the pizza and ties everything together.
Tasty Italian Food, Right Here in Chelmsford!
You don’t have to travel far to experience delicious Italian food. At Veneto, we have all your favorite pizzas, pasta dishes, wraps, salads, and more. Pay us a visit to enjoy your old favorites or try something new!