Pizza Classes Recipe
Join us and fellow pizza enthusiasts as we take a deep dive into the process of making dough, shaping pies, and baking pizzas.
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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Method
Dough Preparation
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt.
Combine Ingredients
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
Knead Dough
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Shape Pies
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 4 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and let it rest for 10-15 minutes.
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to the highest setting (usually around 475°F or 245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside.
Prepare Pizzas
Flatten each dough ball into a 12-inch circle and top with your favorite sauce, cheese, and toppings.
Bake
Transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Serve
Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, slice, and enjoy!