Artisan Pizza Recipe
margherita | spicy honey | upside down | dop
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- 2
Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Create a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a rough dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 5
- 6
Slice the Cheese
Cut the fresh mozzarella cheese into slices or tear it into pieces for topping.
- 7
Prepare the Spicy Honey
In a small bowl, mix the spicy honey with a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for added heat.
Pizza Assembly
- 8
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually around 475°F to 500°F or 245°C to 260°C) with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
- 9
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough into two portions and stretch or roll each portion into a circular shape, about 10-12 inches in diameter.
- 10
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the prepared tomato sauce evenly over each pizza base, leaving a small border for the crust. Top with slices of fresh mozzarella and a few fresh basil leaves.
- 11
Drizzle with Honey
Drizzle the spicy honey over the top of the pizza, ensuring an even distribution.
Baking the Pizza
- 12
Bake the Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 13
Finishing Touches
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Add more fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of sea salt and crushed red pepper flakes, if desired.