Pizza Recipe

Here’s a simple and delicious pizza recipe you can make at home:

Ingredients:

For the Dough:

For the Sauce:

For the Toppings:

2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or your preferred cheese)
Additionally toppings (pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, olives, etc.)
Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

In a small bowl, mix the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Then, Stir to combine and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.
Meanwhile, In a large bowl, combine the flour, olive oil, salt, and any optional seasonings (garlic powder, oregano).
Next, Pour the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
After that, Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Finally, Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise for 1–2 hours, or until doubled in size.

In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic powder (if using) and cook for 30 seconds.
Add the tomato sauce, basil, sugar, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Assemble the Pizza:

First, Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven as it preheats.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two portions for smaller pizzas or keep it whole for a large pizza.
Next, Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
Then, Place the rolled dough onto a pizza peel or baking sheet if you’re not using a pizza stone.
Afterward, Spread a layer of pizza sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Finally, Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Next, Add your preferred toppings (e.g., pepperoni, vegetables, olives, etc.).

Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or pizza stone) and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
If you like a crispy crust, additionally, you can bake for a few extra minutes.

Once baked, remove from the oven and top with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Finally, Slice and enjoy your homemade Pizza Recipe !

Feel free to experiment with the toppings and cheese. You can also use store-bought pizza dough and sauce to make the recipe quicker.
For a crispy crust, use a pizza stone and preheat it in the oven.

Enjoy your delicious homemade pizza!