Make Pizza at Home

 

Homemade Pizza !!

Ingredients:

For the pizza dough:

2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast

1 teaspoon sugar

¾ cup warm water (about 110°F or 45°C)

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon olive oil

For the toppings:

½ cup tomato sauce or pizza sauce

8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced

Fresh basil leaves

Salt and pepper to taste

Extra virgin olive oil (for drizzling)

Instructions:

Prepare the Dough:

In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes, or until it becomes frothy.

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.

Mix the ingredients together until a dough forms.

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead it for about 5-7 minutes, until it's smooth and elastic.

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to the highest temperature it can go, usually around 500°F (260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.

Shape the Dough:

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Turn it onto a floured surface and shape it into your desired pizza size and thickness.

Add the Toppings:

Place the shaped dough onto a baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal to prevent sticking.

Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a border around the edges for the crust.

Arrange the sliced ​​mozzarella over the sauce.

Tear or place fresh basil leaves on top.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Bake the Pizza:

If using a pizza stone, carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated stone in the oven. If not using a stone, simply place the baking sheet in the oven.

Bake the pizza for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Serves:

Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

Slice and enjoy your homemade Margherita pizza!

Feel free to customize the toppings and experiment with different ingredients to create your favorite pizza combinations. Enjoy your delicious homemade pizza !