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Ingredients
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Crust
Toppings
Method
Crust Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Once the yeast mixture is frothy, add it to the flour along with olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 5
Prepare Pomodorini
Wash and halve the pomodorini. Set aside in a bowl.
- 6
Prepare Garlic
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
- 7
Pizza Assembly and Cooking
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- 9
Shape Dough
Once risen, punch down the dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll or stretch it into a round pizza shape.
- 10
Add Toppings
Transfer the shaped dough to a pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread the pomodorini mixture evenly over the dough and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve hot.