Summer is the season for outdoor gatherings, poolside parties, and delicious alfresco meals. If you’re looking to elevate your summer cooking game, look no further than the Hestan Campania Pizza Oven™. From mouth-watering Calzones to delectable S’mores Cookie Bakes, this pizza oven can handle an array of delectable dishes that will impress your friends and family. Our Campania Pizza Oven™ stands out as the perfect summer cooking companion, boasting spaciousness, power, and undeniable visual appeal. Get ready to savor the season with these amazing recipes below!

Roasted Potatoes

Discover the art of achieving crispy, golden perfection with Roasted Potatoes in the Campania Pizza Oven™. Elevate your summer gatherings with this rustic and satisfying side dish that will leave everyone craving more.

Ingredients

• 1 pound baby potatoes 
• ½ cup olive oil
• 1 bunch fresh parsley, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste 
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese 

Directions

1. Preheat the pizza oven for 40 minutes. 
2. Preheat pan for 10 minutes in the pizza oven
3. Cut baby potatoes into quarters and add in a large mixing bowl
4. Add olive oil, parsley and salt and pepper to potatoes and mix. 
5. Add potatoes to preheated pan and cook for 20 minutes, constantly stirring
6. Take potatoes out and top with parmesan cheese, cook for another 2 minutes till cheese is melted and browned. 
7. Enjoy!  

Veggie Calzone

Packed with vegetables and cheese, this Veggie Calzone is the perfect crispy-crusted delight. Embrace the season’s bounty and indulge in this wholesome culinary adventure that captures the magic of sunlit gardens and alfresco dining.

Ingredients

• 1 – 16 oz ball of prepared pizza dough 
• 1 head of broccoli, cut into small florets
• ¼ cup olive oil 
• 1 yellow lemon
• 2 cup shredded mozzarella
• 2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
• 2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 bunch fresh basil leaves 
• 1 egg 
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Store bought or homemade marinara sauce 

Directions

1. Preheat the pizza oven for 40 minutes. 
2. In a skillet add the  broccoli, olive oil, salt and pepper. Put the skillet in the pizza oven and roast for 8-10 minutes , take out and allow to cool. 
3. Add 2 cups of ricotta cheese and 2 cups shredded mozzarella to a mixing bowl. 
4. Add chopped fresh basil, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, and zest of lemon to the cheese mixture. 
5. Add in cooked broccoli
6. Dive the dough into 4 even balls. 
7. Stretch the dough into an 8 inch circle, fill half with cheese filling. Brush the edges with egg wash and fold over to create a pocket. 
8. Egg wash top of calzones so they brown in the oven. 
9. Cook in the oven for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, make sure to turn consistently. 
10. Serve with marinara sauce and enjoy!

Shrimp Scampi

There’s no better way to savor the flavors of the coast than with Shrimp Scampi. Succulent shrimp, sautéed with garlic, butter, and a splash of white wine, create a mouthwatering symphony of taste that will take your taste buds to a seaside paradise

Ingredients

• 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp, 16/20 size preferred
• ¼ cup olive oil 
• ¼ cup unsalted butter
• ½ cup dry white wine, such as pinot grigio 
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 lemon
• 1 loaf of crusty bread 
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Preheat the pizza oven for 40 minutes. 
2. Preheat pan with 3 tablespoons olive oil and ¼ cup butter for 10 minutes in the pizza oven
3. Add in two garlic cloves, red pepper flakes, salt and pepper to pan and put back in oven for 5 minutes
4. Add ½ cup white wine to pan and reduce by half in the pizza oven
5. While wine is reducing, chop parsley and prepare lemons for garnish 
6. Once wine is reduced add in shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes per side
7. Put bread in the pizza oven to heat up while shrimp cooks. 
8. Once shrimp is cooked, squeeze over lemon juice and fresh parsley 

S’mores Cookie Bake

This delightful dessert combines the nostalgia of traditional s’mores with the indulgence of freshly baked cookies, creating a symphony of gooey marshmallows, melty chocolate, and irresistibly warm flavors that are perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter
• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1 cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup white sugar
• 1 large egg, 1 egg yolk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup marshmallows (mini or regular size)
• ½ cup graham crackers broken into small pieces 
• 8 ounce semisweet chocolate (you can use chocolate chips, chocolate chunks, chopped chocolate etc)

Directions

1. Preheat the pizza oven for 40 minutes. 
2. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter in the pizza oven, stirring and swirling the pan often, until the butter foams, turns golden brown and smells nutty, about 5 minutes. Pour into a large bowl and set aside to cool. 
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Grease your cast iron skillet with cooking spray or softened butter 
4. Add the sugars to the melted brown butter; mix until combined. Add the egg, egg yolk and vanilla extract and stir until combined. Add the flour mixture and stir until well combined. 
5. Stir in the chocolate and graham cracker pieces. Then pour into the prepared pan. 
6. Bake for 15-18 minutes, rotating constantly until the edges are browned but the center is still gooey. Take out and top with marshmallows, bake for another 3-4 minutes till marshmallows are gooey and melted. 
7. Top with ice cream and enjoy! 

With the Campania Pizza Oven™, this summer is bound to be a memorable one. Its spacious interior, powerful heating capabilities, and visually appealing design elevates the joy of cooking. So fire up the oven, invite your loved ones, and embark on a summer adventure filled with delicious moments that will be cherished for years to come. Find a dealer near you today!

Niloo Sarshar

Director of Culinary and Content Marketing