Dressed Pizza Recipe
OUR NY STYLE CHEESE PIZZA WITH UP TO 4 TOPPINGS
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Ingredients
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Dough
Sauce
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Pour the yeast mixture and olive oil into the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for 1-2 hours or until doubled in size.
Sauce Preparation
- 6
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine the canned crushed tomatoes, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and olive oil.
- 7
Simmer the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Pizza Assembly
- 8
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
- 9
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface. Roll or stretch it into a 12-inch circle.
- 10
Add Sauce
Spread a generous amount of the sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 11
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce. Add your choice of toppings (up to 4).
- 12
Bake the Pizza
Transfer the pizza to the hot oven (onto the pizza stone or a baking sheet) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 13
Cool and Slice
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.
