So you wanna make a Pizza? Cooking a pizza does require an oven. These instructions require standard kitchen oven. If you plan on using an woodfired pizza oven then you really are a pro and don't need these instructions anyway. Cooking a pizza at home can be a fun experience, especially for kids. Kids love to see the dough rise and to put on the toppings. Or, if you are short on time or have younger kids, you could choose other premade pizza base options. Using these instructions won't make you a pizza pro, but you will have a great time and your kids will too! Are you ready? [[Start here]]There is more than one option for making a pizza at home. You can make the crust yourself, which takes time and ingredients. Or, you can purchase a premade pizza base to save time. So, are you making the dough for the crust yourself? [[Yes]] or [[No]]?are you making a [[yeast dough]] or a [[dough without yeast]] or [[don't know]]?What are you doing for a crust then? Premade pizza base or crust are available at most grocery stores, you get a similar mouth feel as making a yeast dough, but without the time investment. The difference is you won't get any additional rise from this base, and it won't be as soft when baked. This is because the crust has already been prebaked prior to your purchasing it. Another option is to use an Italian loaf or French bread loaf. This is a quick and easy way to make a pizza, and kids will love it also. What type of crust are you going to use? [[using a premade crust already purchased]] or [[using French bread already purchased]].Ok, you are [[making a french bread pizza later]] or [[Yes, I am ready for the sauce]] ok, [[you are ready for the sauce->Yes, I am ready for the sauce]] Are you using [[US measurements for yeast dough]] or [[UK measurements for yeast dough]]
Which measurements will you use? [[United States ingredient measurement]] or [[United Kingdom ingredient measurement]] ?How much time do you have? [[1 hour]] or [[1.5-2 hours]]do the [[dough without yeast]]do the [[yeast dough]]This recipe is called "15-Minute Pizza Dough Recipe (No Yeast) from Gemma's Bigger Bolder Baking at biggerbolderbaking.com:
Gather your ingredients
For the dough
2 1/2 Cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water
1 tablesppon olive oil
For the toppings
1/2 cup 5 minute pizza sauce
2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
2 teaspoons fresh oregano, or fresh herbs of your choice, for garnish
1/2 cup pepperoni
Do you have all of these ingredients ready? [[Yes, I am ready to start with US measurements ]] or [[No, I am not ready to start with US measurements]]This recipe is called "15-Minute Pizza Dough Recipe (No Yeast) from Gemma's Bigger Bolder Baking at biggerbolderbaking.com:
Gather your ingredients
For the dough
12 1/2 oz / 355 g all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
7 oz / 187g tablespoons water
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the toppings
4 oz / 115 g Five minute pizza sauce
6 oz / 170 grated mozzarella cheese
2 teaspoons fresh oregano, or fresh herbs of your choice, for garnish
1 1/2 oz /43 g pepperoni
Do you have all of these ingredients ready? [[Yes, I am ready to start with UK measurements]] or [[No, I am not ready to start with UK measurements]]Instructions for No yeast pizza dough with US measurements
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until combined.
3. Combine the water and oil in a separate measuring jug.
4. Slowly add the water mixture to the flour, holding back in case you don't need it all.
5. Using a wooden spoon (or your hands) mix until the dough comes together into a ball. It should be soft but not sticky. If your dough is too dry add a splash more water.
6. Lightly flour your work area and a rolling pin then roll dough into a 12-inch circle using your hands (to make 2 smaller pizzas, divide the dough in half and roll into two 8-inch pizzas).
Do you plan to cook this dough now? [[No, I want to cook later]] or [[Yes, I am ready for the sauce]]
Ok, get your stuff together and when you do go to [[Yes, I am ready to start with US measurements ]] Instructions for No yeast pizza dough with US measurements
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the four, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until combined.
2. Combine the water and oil in a separate measuring jug.
3. Slowly add the water mixture to the flour, holding back in case you don't need it all.
4. Using a wooden spoon (or your hands) mix until the dough comes together into a ball. It should be soft but not sticky. If your dough is too dry add a splash more water.
Do you plan to cook this dough now? [[No, I want to cook later]] or [[Yes, I am ready for the sauce]]
Ok, get your stuff together and when you do go to [[Yes, I am ready to start with UK measurements]]Store the raw pizza dough tightly covered in cling wrap. Keep in the fridge up to 24 hours.
Are you ready to cook now? [[Yes, I am ready for the sauce]] or [[No, I am not for the toppings]]Why not? I guess you really DON'T want a Pizza! This "5 Minute Pizza Sauce" recipe is from Gemma Stafford adapted from The Comfort of Cooking and seen on her website biggerboldercooking.com.
Ingredients
1 can (15oz/420g) tomatoes, whole or crushed
1 can (6oz/170g) tomato paste
¼ of a small onion
2 large garlic cloves,
1 heaped tablespoon dried Italian herbs
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a food processor or blender, combine all ingredients and pulse until smooth.
Are you finished making the sauce and [[add your sauce]] or are you [[storing the sauce for later]]? I guess you really DON'T want a Pizza! Transfer the base of your pizza (french bread, no yeast, or yeast dough) onto a baking tray or pizza pan.
Spoon the 5 Minute Pizza Sauce onto the pizza base or dough.
[[add your toppings]]
Store in the fridge in a resealable container for up to 5 days. Or, you could also freeze the sauce in ice cube trays, pop out cubes, and place in a plastic bag to continue freezing.
Recipe Notes
Note: If you have leftovers, pop it in ice cube trays and freeze for up to 8 weeks.
When you are FINALLY ready to make the pizza go to [[add your sauce]] This recipe is from Sam Merrit as seen on "The Best Pizza Dough Recipe" on Sugar Spun Run at sugarspunrun.com
Best Pizza Dough Recipe
Ingredients
3/4 cups lukewarm water
1 packet instant yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or other herbs to taste
2-2 1/3 cups all purpose flour
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Do you have your ingredients together? [[No, I am not ready]] or [[Yes I am ready to proceed]]This recipe is from Sam Merrit as seen on "The Best Pizza Dough Recipe" on Sugar Spun Run at sugarspunrun.com
Best Pizza Dough Recipe
Ingredients
175 ml lukewarm water
2 1/3 teaspoon instant yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder or other herbs to taste
250-295 g all purpose flour
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Do you have your ingredients together? [[No, I am not ready]] or [[Yes I am ready to proceed]]Ok, get your stuff together and when you do go to [[Yes I am ready to proceed]] Instructions
1. Combine half of the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt in a large bowl. If desired, add garlic powder and dried basil at this point as well.
2. Add olive oil and warm water and use a wooden spoon to stir well very well.
3. Gradually add the rest of the flour. Add any additional flour as needed, stirring until the dough is forming into a cohesive, elastic ball and is beginning to pull away from the sides of the bowl. The dough will still be slightly sticky but still should be manageable with your hands.
4. Drizzle a separate, large, clean bowl generously with olive oil and use a pastry brush to brush up the sides of the bowl.
5. Lightly dust your hands with flour and form your pizza dough into a round ball and transfer to your olive oil-brushed bowl. Use your hands to roll the pizza dough along the inside of the bowl until it is coated in olive oil, then cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and place it in a warm place.
6. Allow dough to rise for 30 minutes. Check your dough has it [[doubled in size]] or [[not doubled in size]]?.
Ok, get your stuff together and when you do go to [[Yes I am ready to proceed]] Do you have your toppings ready? [[Ready for the cheese]] or [[No, I am not ready for the toppings]] Gather your toppings. Then come back to [[Ready for the cheese]].[[Yes, my cheese is already shredded]] or [[No, I forgot to shred it, give me a minute!]]Ok, now you are ready to [[add your cheese]].Shred your cheese. then [[add your cheese]]Is your cheese cheddar cheese? [[Yes, I have cheddar cheese only]] or [[No, my cheese is Mozzarella or a mix of other cheeses]]Cheddar cheese only will not make for a pleasant experience on a pizza. It will come out heavy and greasy. Go to the store and get some Mozzarella, or other softer, low melting point cheese, then [[let's get this cheese on your pizza->No, my cheese is Mozzarella or a mix of other cheeses]].Good, then you really know your pizza! [[Is your cheese shredded?]]Next add any meat or vegetables, in that order, evenly across the pizza base. Now, is your oven pre-heated? Preheating the oven was previously listed. If you skipped that step you need to preheat your oven BEFORE putting your pizza in to cook. If the oven is not already preheated, the pizza will not cook properly. The toppings may be cooked, but your crust will not cook evenly, or rise properly. [[Yes, my oven is preheated]] or [[No, my oven is not preheated]].Are you [[cooking a french bread base]] or a [[no yeast base]] or a [[yeast base]]?Preheat your oven according to the instructions for the type of pizza base you are cooking. Are you [[cooking a french bread base]] or a [[no yeast base]] or a [[yeast base]]?Add a layer of cheese across the pizza base. Next [[add the remainder of your toppings]] .Adjust oven rack to upper position and preheat oven to 425°F or 220°C for 10 minutes, check the pizza. If the cheese is melted then the pizza is done. If not, cook for another 5 minutes, or as needed until cheese is melted.
If desired, use the broiler, but watch closely so the cheese doesn't burn!
[[remove pizza from oven]] Bake at 400F or 200C for 15 to 17 minutes, or until golden brown.
[[remove pizza from oven]]
Bake in a 425F (215C) preheated oven for 13-15 minutes or until toppings are golden brown.
[[remove pizza from oven]] Once the dough has risen, use your hands to gently deflate it and transfer to a lightly floured surface and knead briefly until smooth (about 3-5 times).
Next [[roll out your dough]] .Cover the dough, place in a warm place, and wait another 15 minutes. then [[roll out your dough]].If you intend to bake this dough into a pizza, I also recommend preheating your oven to 425F (215C) at this point so that it will have reached temperature once your pizza is ready to bake.
Lightly flour your work area and a rolling pin then roll dough into a 12 inch (or 30.48 centimeter) circle using your hands (to make 2 smaller pizzas, divide the dough in half and roll into two 20.32 centimeter pizzas).
Transfer dough to a parchment paper lined pizza pan and either pinch the edges or fold them over to form a crust.
Drizzle additional olive oil (about a Tablespoon) over the top of the pizza and use your pastry brush to brush the entire surface of the pizza (including the crust) with olive oil.
Use a fork to poke holes all over the center of the pizza to keep the dough from bubbling up in the oven.
Are you ready for the sauce? [[Yes, I am ready for the sauce]] or [[No, I want to cook later]].Allow pizza to cool for 5 minutes. Then slice and enjoy!
Do you want to know where to get the recipe details?
[[yes, show me where you got this information]] or [[no, I just want to eat my pizza]]Here are the sources for the information:
The Best French Bread Pizza Recipe: <a href="https://www.seriouseats.com/the-best-french-bread-pizza-recipe">here</a>.
15-Minute Pizza Dough Recipe (No Yeast), Gemma's Bigger Bolder Baking. <a href=https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/no-yeast-pizza-dough-recipe/ >here</a>.
5 Minute Pizza Sauce, Gemma's Bigger Bolder Baking.
<a href=https:https://www.biggerbolderbaking.com/5-minute-pizza-sauce/ >here</a>.
The Best Pizza Dough Recipe, Sugar Spun Run. <a href=https://sugarspunrun.com/wprm_print/13562>here</a>.
Homemade Pizza Sauce (Easy, No Cook!), Sugar Spun Run.
<a href=https://sugarspunrun.com/homemade-pizza-sauce-recipe/#recipe>here</a>.
Microsoft Stock Photos. <a href=Stock Photos, Micrsoft 365.>here</a>. Enjoy!