Neapolitan-style Pizza Recipe
An entire pizza made by you during the pizza-making class.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to its highest setting (usually around 475°F or 245°C) and place a pizza stone inside if you have one.
- 6
Shape Pizza
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide it into two equal portions. Roll out one portion into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Toppings
Spread half of the tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a small border. Tear the mozzarella into chunks and distribute evenly. Add fresh basil leaves on top.
- 8
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven (or pizza stone) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 9
Finish and Serve
Remove from the oven, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt to taste, and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.