Beyond Pizza What Else Can You Cook in an Alfa Forni Oven
Alfa Forni ovens are world renowned for authentic pizza, but their power and versatility mean they can do so much more. From roasting meats to baking bread, your oven can become the centrepiece of every meal. Here are some ideas and recipes to help you make the most of your Alfa Forni oven beyond pizza.
🥩 1. Meats with Unbeatable Flavour
The high heat and smoky environment of an Alfa oven make it ideal for roasting and searing meats. Whether you prefer the convenience of gas or the authentic flavour of wood, the results are always tender and packed with taste.
Recipe idea: Wood fired ribeye steak
Heat oven floor to 350 °C.
Season ribeye with salt, pepper and olive oil.
Sear for 2 minutes each side directly on a cast iron pan inside the oven.
Rest and slice for juicy, smoky perfection.
Recipe idea: Roast chicken with lemon and rosemary
Preheat to 250 °C.
Place chicken in a roasting tray with lemon halves, garlic and rosemary.
Roast for around 50 minutes, turning the tray halfway.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
🐟 2. Fish with a Smoky Twist
Fish cooks beautifully in an Alfa oven. The intense heat crisps the skin while keeping the inside moist.
Recipe idea: Wood roasted salmon fillet
Preheat to 230 °C.
Place salmon on a tray with olive oil, dill and lemon slices.
Cook for 12–15 minutes until the skin is crisp and the flesh flakes easily.
Recipe idea: Mediterranean sea bass
Stuff whole sea bass with herbs and garlic.
Roast at 240 °C for 20 minutes.
Serve with grilled vegetables for an authentic Italian meal.
🍞 3. Bread with Crusty Perfection
The retained heat of Alfa’s fire bricks makes them excellent for baking bread.
Recipe idea: Classic sourdough loaf
Preheat oven floor to 240 °C.
Place a shaped, proved sourdough loaf on a baking stone.
Bake for 25–30 minutes until golden with a crisp crust.
Recipe idea: Focaccia with rosemary and sea salt
Spread dough into an oiled tray.
Press in rosemary sprigs and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Bake at 220 °C for 20 minutes.
🥕 4. Vegetables That Shine
Roasting vegetables in an Alfa oven intensifies their natural sweetness.
Recipe idea: Wood roasted root vegetables
Combine carrots, parsnips and potatoes with olive oil and thyme.
Roast at 220 °C for 35 minutes until caramelised.
Recipe idea: Charred Mediterranean vegetables
Slice peppers, courgettes and aubergines.
Roast at 230 °C for 15 minutes, turning once.
Finish with balsamic glaze.
✨ Bringing It All Together
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Beyond Pizza What Else Can You Cook in an Alfa Forni Oven
Beyond Pizza What Else Can You Cook in an Alfa Forni Oven
Alfa Forni ovens are world renowned for authentic pizza, but their power and versatility mean they can do so much more. From roasting meats to baking bread, your oven can become the centrepiece of every meal. Here are some ideas and recipes to help you make the most of your Alfa Forni oven beyond pizza.
🥩 1. Meats with Unbeatable Flavour
The high heat and smoky environment of an Alfa oven make it ideal for roasting and searing meats. Whether you prefer the convenience of gas or the authentic flavour of wood, the results are always tender and packed with taste.
Recipe idea: Wood fired ribeye steak
Recipe idea: Roast chicken with lemon and rosemary
🐟 2. Fish with a Smoky Twist
Fish cooks beautifully in an Alfa oven. The intense heat crisps the skin while keeping the inside moist.
Recipe idea: Wood roasted salmon fillet
Recipe idea: Mediterranean sea bass
🍞 3. Bread with Crusty Perfection
The retained heat of Alfa’s fire bricks makes them excellent for baking bread.
Recipe idea: Classic sourdough loaf
Recipe idea: Focaccia with rosemary and sea salt
🥕 4. Vegetables That Shine
Roasting vegetables in an Alfa oven intensifies their natural sweetness.
Recipe idea: Wood roasted root vegetables
Recipe idea: Charred Mediterranean vegetables
✨ Bringing It All Together
An Alfa Forni oven is not just for pizza. From juicy steaks to sourdough bread and roasted vegetables, it can handle almost any dish. By experimenting with meats, fish, bread and veg, you can unlock its full potential and enjoy authentic Italian cooking in your own garden.
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