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Ingredients
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Dough
Pizza Sauce
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, mix together flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead Dough
On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes or until doubled in size.
Pizza Sauce Preparation
- 6
Mix Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, combine tomato sauce, dried oregano, garlic powder, and salt to taste. Mix well.
Assemble and Bake
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 8
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 10 inches in diameter.
- 9
Add Sauce
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the rolled dough.
- 10
Add Cheese
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the sauce.
- 11
Bake
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Cool and Serve
Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing into small pieces and serving.