Homemade Pizza Recipe
Introduction
If you're a fan of pizza, then you're going to love this homemade pizza recipe! Making your pizza from scratch is not as complicated as it sounds. With the right ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can create a delicious pizza that will rival any pizzeria.Ingredients
The first thing you need to do is gather all the ingredients you'll need. For the pizza dough, you'll need:- 2 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of active dry yeast
- ¾ cup of warm water
- Tomato sauce or pesto
- Cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or parmesan)
- Meat (pepperoni, sausage, or chicken)
- Veggies (mushrooms, onions, peppers, or olives)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Add the olive oil to the yeast mixture and stir to combine. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.Step 2: Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour. The dough should double in size.Step 3: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and prepare a baking sheet or pizza stone by lightly greasing it with olive oil.Step 4: Roll out the Dough
Punch down the dough to release any air bubbles and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet or pizza stone.Step 5: Add the Toppings
Spread tomato sauce or pesto evenly over the dough, leaving about half an inch around the edges. Sprinkle cheese over the sauce, followed by your desired toppings.Step 6: Bake the Pizza
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.Step 7: Let the Pizza Cool
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.Nutrition
The nutritional information for this homemade pizza recipe will vary depending on the toppings you choose. However, here is the approximate nutrition information for a basic cheese pizza made with this recipe:- Calories: 250 per slice
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
- Sodium: 400mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 30g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 12g