Homemade Pizza
In this recipe, we unlock the secrets of crafting your Italian-style pizza
Equipment
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Mixing bowls
- Rolling Pin
- Pizza peel or an inverted baking sheet
- Pizza Cutter
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups warm water for dough
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast for dough
- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour for dough
- 2 tbsp olive oil for dough
- 1 1/2 tsp salt for dough
- 1 tsp sugar for dough
- 1 can crushed tomatoes For Sauce
- 1 tsp olive oil For Sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced For Sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano For Sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste For Sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
- Your choice of toppings (e.g., pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, olives) for topping
Instructions
- Pizza Dough:
- In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the yeast on top and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the centre and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- Stir until the dough comes together. Knead on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
- Pizza Sauce:
- In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and dried oregano. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assembling and Baking:
- Preheat your oven to the highest temperature (usually around 500°F/260°C) and place the pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into your desired shape.
- Remove the hot stone or baking sheet from the oven. Place the rolled-out dough on it.
- Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
- Sprinkle a layer of shredded mozzarella cheese and add your choice of toppings.
- Carefully transfer the pizza back to the hot oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.
Notes
- For a crispier crust, preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven for at least 30 minutes before placing the pizza on it.
- Get creative with your toppings. Classic Margherita, Meat Lovers, and Vegetarian are just a few of the endless possibilities.