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Homemade Pizza

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Pizza is believed to have originated in Italy in the 18th century. The dish was originally made with a simple dough that was topped with tomatoes, cheese, and herbs. Pizza was brought to the United States by Italian immigrants in the 19th century, and it quickly became a popular food. Homemade pizza is now enjoyed all over the world.

Homemade Pizza
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Homemade Pizza

Course: MainDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

500

kcal

Homemade pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with a simple dough that is topped with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings. Homemade pizza is a great way to get creative in the kitchen and experiment with different flavors.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup warm water (105°F to 115°F)

  • 1 package active dry yeast (2 1/4 teaspoons)

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for brushing on the dough

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting

  • 1 cup pizza sauce

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • Your favorite toppings

  • In a large bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes, or until the yeast is foamy.
  • Stir in the olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of the flour. Stir until the dough comes together.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
  • Roll out each half of the dough into a 12-inch circle.
  • Place the dough circles on a lightly greased baking sheet.
  • Spread the pizza sauce over the dough circles.
  • Sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese and your favorite toppings.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a chewier crust, let the dough rise for an additional 30 minutes before baking.
  • You can also add a variety of other toppings to the pizza, such as pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, onions, peppers, or olives.
  • To make the pizza ahead of time, prepare the pizza as directed and then freeze it. When you are ready to bake, thaw the pizza overnight in the refrigerator and then bake it according to the directions.