Gourmet Pizza Recipe
Hand made gourmet pizza baked fresh in our oven.
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Ingredients
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Pizza Dough
Method
Preparation
Make the Dough
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until combined, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Prepare the Pizza
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Place the rolled dough on a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread tomato sauce over the base, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and add desired toppings such as pepperoni, bell peppers, and fresh basil.
Bake the Pizza
Drizzle olive oil over the top of the assembled pizza. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.