Homemade PizzaIngredients:
For the dough:
– 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast- 1 1/2 cups warm water (105-115°F)- 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting- 1 teaspoon sugar- 1 teaspoon salt- 1/4 cup olive oilFor the sauce:
– 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes, crushed- 1/2 onion, chopped- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 1 teaspoon dried oregano- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil- 1/4 teaspoon salt- 1/4 teaspoon black pepperFor the toppings:
– Your favorite pizza toppings (e.
g.
, mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers)Instructions:
To make the dough:
1.
Dissolve the yeast in the warm water.
Let stand for 5 minutes, until foamy.
2.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
Add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
3.
Stir until a dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
4.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
To make the sauce:
1.
In a medium saucepan, combine the crushed tomatoes, onion, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
2.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
To assemble the pizza:
1.
Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
2.
Punch down the dough and divide it in half.
Roll out each half into a 12-inch circle.
3.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough circles.
4.
Top with your desired toppings.
5.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Tips:
For a crispier crust, bake the pizza on a pizza stone.
If you don’t have a pizza stone, you can use a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

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