Gourmet Pizza Recipe
Thin crust pizza made with homemade dough, light sauce, and light cheese. Available flavors include Margarita, spinach and mushroom Alfredo, four-cheese, veggie, and eggplant.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Sauce & Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mixing the Dough
In a large bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. Add olive oil, salt, and gradually stir in flour until a dough forms.
- 2
Kneading
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- 3
Rolling Out
After rising, punch down the dough and roll it out into a thin crust on a floured surface, about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
Topping Preparation
- 4
- 5
Baking
- 6
Baking the Pizza
Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling. Remove from oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
