Ingredients and Weight:
- Bread flour: 500 grams (about 2 cups)
- Water: 300 milliliters (about 1.5 cups)
- Active dry yeast: 1 packet (about 7 grams)
- Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pizza toppings of your choice (e.g., tomato sauce, cheese, olives, peppers, etc.)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 1 hour
- Cooking: 20-25 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine water and yeast, and let stand until yeast is dissolved and starts to bubble.
- Add flour, sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture, and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal portions.
- On a floured surface, roll out each portion of dough into a thin circle, similar to a pizza crust.
- Top each pizza crust with your choice of pizza toppings.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, and serve.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
- Calories: Approx. 400-500 (depending on toppings)
- Fat: Approx. 15-25 grams
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 50-65 grams
- Protein: Approx. 15-20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Light and crispy bread crust with a hint of feather-like texture.
- Customizable toppings to suit different tastes.
- Perfect for a quick and easy meal or as a snack.
User Comments:
- "The bread crust was so crispy and flavorful! Loved the homemade pizza." - John Doe
- "Great recipe for a weekend family pizza night! Everyone loved it." - Jane Smith
- "The dough was easy to make and the texture was amazing! Will definitely make again." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use warm water when mixing the yeast to activate it properly.
- Use high-quality pizza toppings to enhance the flavor of the pizza.
- If the dough is too sticky, add more flour while kneading.
- Preheat the oven thoroughly before baking the pizza to ensure a crispy crust.
