Homemade pizza is a delicious and fun way to enjoy a favorite dish without going out or ordering in. Here's a basic recipe for homemade pizza that you can customize to your liking:
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups of warm water
- 1 package of active dry yeast
- 1 tsp of sugar
- 4 cups of flour
- 1 tsp of salt
- Olive oil
- Pizza sauce
- Cheese
- Toppings of your choice (such as pepperoni, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, etc.)
Instructions:
- Combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar in a large mixing bowl. Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes or until the yeast is activated and the mixture becomes foamy.
- Add the flour and salt to the mixing bowl and stir until the dough comes together.
- Knead the dough for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough in a greased bowl with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled.
- Preheat your oven to 450°F.
- Roll out the dough into a desired shape and thickness. Brush the crust with olive oil to prevent it from getting soggy.
- Spread pizza sauce on the crust, leaving about 1 inch of space around the edges.
- Add your desired toppings and cheese on top of the sauce.
- Bake the pizza for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious homemade pizza!