(BPT) - Crisp air, golden leaves and the return of comfort food - fall is the perfect time to savor simple, warming meals. This season, make Galbani Fresh Mozzarella your go-to ingredient for melty dishes that elevate fall flavors. With its soft, creamy texture and delicately milky flavor, Galbani Fresh Mozzarella adds irresistible melt to any recipe. From rustic pizzas to toasty sandwiches, it brings comforting flavor to every bite. And it's made without titanium dioxide, offering a delicious fresh mozzarella experience you can trust.

Discover new ways to enjoy the season with these cozy recipes from the mozzarella experts Galbani Cheese, Italy's #1 cheese brand:

Fall Pancetta Brussels Sprout Pizza

This savory pizza combines crispy pancetta, tender Brussels sprouts, and creamy Galbani Fresh Mozzarella for a cozy fall twist on a classic favorite.

Ingredients:

• Garlic Cream Sauce: 1 Tbsp butter, 1 Tbsp olive oil, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan, pinch of red pepper flakes.
• Pancetta and Brussels Sprouts: 4 oz. pancetta (diced), 1 cup Brussels sprouts (thinly sliced), salt and pepper to taste.
• Pizza: 8 oz. pizza dough, 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced), 8 oz. Galbani Fresh Mozzarella (sliced), fresh basil (for garnish).

Directions:

• Garlic Cream Sauce: Melt butter and olive oil in a medium pan over medium heat. Add garlic and stir. Increase heat to medium-high, then add cream, milk, Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Stir and bring to a boil until slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
• Pancetta and Brussels Sprouts: Cook pancetta in a separate pan over medium heat until lightly crispy. Remove from heat, stir in Brussels sprouts, and season with salt and pepper.
• Assemble Pizza: Preheat oven to 450°F. Roll dough to fit a 12-inch lightly greased pan. Spread garlic cream sauce, leaving a 1-inch border. Top with Brussels sprout and pancetta mixture, sliced red onion and Galbani Fresh Mozzarella.
• Bake and Serve: Bake until crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbling, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.

Roasted Cherry Tomato Pesto Sandwich

A melty, vegetarian-friendly sandwich that's perfect for cozy fall lunches or casual dinners, featuring creamy Galbani Fresh Mozzarella.

Ingredients:

• Sandwich: 16 oz. Galbani^® Fresh Mozzarella (sliced), 4 ciabatta rolls (cut in half), 1/2 cup pesto, freshly cracked black pepper, about 16 fresh basil leaves, 1 shallot (thinly sliced), 15 oz. can marinated artichoke hearts (quartered), 12 oz. can roasted red peppers, 16 oz. cherry tomatoes (halved).

Directions:

• Prep Oven: Preheat oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet.
• Assemble Sandwiches: Spread pesto on both halves of each ciabatta roll and season with black pepper. On the bottom half, layer basil leaves, shallot slices, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, and cherry tomatoes. Top with Galbani Fresh Mozzarella on the top half.
• Bake and Serve: Bake 10-12 minutes, until cheese melts. Place the top half, cheese side down, onto the bottom, cut in half and serve.

Why Choose Galbani Fresh Mozzarella?

Galbani Fresh Mozzarella is crafted from an authentic Italian recipe, delivering the soft, creamy texture that makes pizzas and sandwiches melt beautifully. It never contains titanium dioxide, a synthetic whitener, commonly found in certain foods, toothpaste and cosmetics. Galbani is Italy's #1 cheese brand, and its fresh mozzarella products are proudly made and distributed in the United States by Lactalis USA, a subsidiary of Lactalis, the world's largest dairy company. Available in a convenient 16 oz. sliced log or an 8 oz. ball, Galbani Fresh Mozzarella makes it easy to add melty, creamy flavor to all your cozy fall meals. For more comforting recipe inspiration, visit galbanicheese.com.