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Homemade Pizza Recipe

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Classic homemade pizza with from-scratch dough, zesty tomato sauce, and customizable toppings for a delicious, family-friendly meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1½ cups warm water (105–115°F)
  • 2¼ tsp active dry yeast
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 3¾ cups bread or all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp olive oil (for sauce)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • ¼ tsp dried oregano
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Optional toppings: pepperoni, bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, basil

Instructions

  1. Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a bowl; let sit 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil; knead by hand or mixer for 7–10 minutes until elastic.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1½ hours or refrigerate overnight.
  4. For sauce, heat oil in a pan, sauté garlic, add tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper; simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 475°F with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
  6. Divide dough into two balls, let rest 15 minutes, then stretch into circles.
  7. Transfer dough to parchment or cornmeal-dusted peel, spread sauce, add cheese and toppings.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbly.
  9. Top with fresh basil or olive oil if desired; slice and serve.

Notes

  • Use bread flour for a chewier crust.
  • Cold-ferment dough overnight for more flavor.
  • Pre-cook toppings like sausage or mushrooms.
  • Freeze leftover dough in an airtight bag.
  • Let pizza cool slightly before slicing for clean cuts.

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