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Italian Pizza

This quick and easy recipe for homemade Italian pizza features a crispy golden crust topped with rich tomato sauce, gooey cheese, and your choice of delicious toppings, making it a perfect crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 3/4 cup warm water Use warm, not hot water to activate the yeast.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
Topping Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • to taste toppings of choice (pepperoni, vegetables, etc.) Customize your pizza with various toppings.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil, then mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Roll out the dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  3. Spread pizza sauce over the crust, sprinkle with cheese, and add your favorite toppings.
  4. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.
  5. Let it cool slightly, slice, and enjoy!

Notes

Tips for making Italian pizza: Use warm water for activating yeast, flour your surface generously, experiment with flours, and don't be shy with toppings. For a variation, consider a white pizza or vegan options.