Pizza Of The Day Recipe
12-inch, 8 slices, rustic crust. Changes frequently – ask your server for today’s selection.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Method
Pizza Assembly
- 1
Prepare the Dough
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy. In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 2
Knead the Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
- 3
Shape the Pizza
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.
- 4
Add Toppings
Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Add your choice of sauce, cheese, and toppings to create your Pizza of the Day.
- 5
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, slice into 8 pieces, and serve hot.
