Pizza ovens are becoming increasingly popular as a way to cook delicious, authentic pizzas at home. They offer a unique cooking experience that results in a crispy crust and flavorful toppings. With a pizza oven, you can create a variety of pizzas, from classic Margherita to more creative combinations. In this article, we'll explore the best recipes for cooking in a pizza oven, providing you with all the information you need to make perfect pizzas every time. We'll cover everything from choosing the right ingredients to perfecting your cooking technique. So whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pizza maker, you'll find something valuable in this guide to cooking in a pizza oven.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
HOMEMADE PIZZA
This recipe is a hearty, zesty main dish with a crisp, golden crust. Feel free to add your favorite toppings. -Marianne Edwards, Lake Stevens, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 pizzas (3 servings each).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add oil and salt. Stir in flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 2-3 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. , Punch down dough; divide in half. Press each half into a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Combine the tomato sauce, oregano and basil; spread over each crust. Top with beef mixture, green pepper and cheese. , Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 922mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
PIZZA OVEN DOUGH
Easy thin-crust pizza dough recipe handed down from my Italian grandmother.
Provided by Rob Egbert
Categories Bread Pizza Dough and Crust Recipes
Time 10h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Mix water, yeast, and sugar together in the bowl of a stand mixer until sugar is dissolved. Add bread flour, olive oil, and salt. Knead using the dough hook attachment until dough is smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Cover dough and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
- Punch dough gently to deflate. Divide into 2 pieces on a lightly floured surface. Shape into balls; cover with a damp cloth and let rest, 2 to 3 hours. Flatten or stretch out dough to desired thickness.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Fat 1.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 437.3 mg, Sugar 0.5 g
PIZZA OVEN BREAKFAST PIZZA
This dish is a loose play on the traditional Mexican breakfast of huevo rancheros, with pizza dough standing in for corn tortillas and toppings that include two kinds of cheese, refried beans, an egg and creamy avocado--all made in your pizza oven. A sazon packet shortcut brings the color and flavor of achiote and other spices to the sauce, without the need for lots of ingredients. We upped the hydration in the dough since it's cooked in a cooler oven, resulting in a golden, puffy crust with the perfect amount of chew.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 12h50m
Yield 8 individual pizzas
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the dough: Combine the water and salt in a large bowl and stir to dissolve the salt. Add the yeast and stir until dissolved. Add the flour and use your hands to stir and knead gently until the dough just comes together and all the flour is incorporated, about 2 minutes. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Lightly dust a work surface with flour and turn the dough out onto it. Knead the dough until a smooth ball forms, about 2 minutes. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled dough box or bowl and cover with a tightly fitting lid. Let rise until slightly puffy, about 1 hour.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide it into eight 100-gram pieces. Form the pieces into compact balls and transfer to a lightly floured dough box or baking sheet; leave plenty of space between each ball for them to expand. Lightly flour the tops and cover the balls with a lid or plastic wrap. Let rise at room temperature until puffy, about 2 hours, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours and up to overnight.
- For the pizzas: Two hours before cooking the pizzas, let the dough come to room temperature.
- Meanwhile combine the tomatoes, cilantro, garlic, chiles, seasoning packet, onion and 1/2 cup water in a medium saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook until the tomatoes start to break down and soften, about 5 minutes. Uncover, reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook, stirring often, until everything is very soft, about 20 minutes more. Puree in a blender or with an immersion blender and set aside to cool (see Cook's Note).
- Preheat a pizza oven to about 600 degrees F. (Because the egg on top takes a while to cook, the oven should be on the cooler side.)
- Lightly flour a pizza peel and stretch out a dough ball to about 8 inches in diameter. Sauce the round with 2 tablespoons of the tomato sauce and dollop all over with 1 tablespoon of the beans. Tear 1 ounce of the Oaxacan cheese into small chunks and top the pizza with it, then sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of the Cotija. Repeat with a second dough ball, stretching and topping it as above.
- Transfer the 2 rounds to the oven and cook, rotating them as necessary, until the crusts are set and lightly golden and the cheese has mostly melted, about 3 minutes. Remove from the oven and using the back of a spoon, make a well about 3 inches wide in the middle of each pizza. Crack an egg into each and return to the coolest part of the oven (see Cook's Note). Cook, rotating as needed, until the egg whites are just set and the yolks are still runny, about 6 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let sit for a minute; the eggs will continue to cook slightly. Top with the avocado and cilantro leaves. Serve with lime wedges and hot sauce. Repeat with the remaining pizzas.
PIZZA OVEN PIZZA DOUGH
With the rising popularity of home pizza ovens (both portable and built-in), we wanted a dough that would perform well under their intense heat. This dough's hydration (60%) is ideal for heats of 800 to 900 degrees F. If your oven doesn't get that hot, this is still a great dough but you'll need to increase the water a bit to help with the rise of the crust.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 8h30m
Yield dough for four 12-inch pizzas
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the water and salt in a large bowl and stir to dissolve the salt. Add the yeast and stir until dissolved. Add the flour and use your hands to stir and knead gently until the dough just comes together and all the flour is incorporated, about 2 minutes. Cover and let rest for 20 minutes.
- Lightly dust a clean work surface with flour and turn the dough out onto it. Knead the dough until a smooth ball forms, about 2 minutes. Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled dough box or a bowl and cover with a tightly fitting lid or cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let rise until slightly puffy, about 1 hour.
- Gently transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and divide the dough into four even pieces for 12-inch pizzas. (If you want larger pizzas divide the dough into three balls.) Form the pieces into compact balls and transfer to a lightly floured dough box or baking sheet; leave plenty of space between each ball for them to expand. Lightly flour the tops and cover the balls with a lid or plastic wrap. Let rise at room temperature until puffy and nearly doubled in size, about 7 hours (see Cook's Note). Form and bake as desired.
Tips:
- Master the art of dough-making: Use the right flour, such as a high-quality bread flour or pizza flour, and ensure proper hydration to achieve the perfect dough consistency.
- Control the oven temperature: Different pizzas require different temperatures. For a crispy crust, aim for a high temperature, while a lower temperature is better for a softer crust.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the taste of your pizza. Choose fresh vegetables, flavorful cheeses, and top-notch meats.
- Experiment with different toppings: Pizza is a versatile dish that allows for endless topping combinations. Try classic options like pepperoni and mozzarella or get creative with unique ingredients.
- Don't overcrowd the pizza: To ensure even cooking, avoid overloading the pizza with too many toppings. Keep it simple and allow the flavors to shine through.
- Practice makes perfect: Like any skill, making great pizza takes practice. Experiment with different recipes, techniques, and ingredients until you find what works best for you.
Conclusion:
Creating delicious and authentic pizzas in a pizza oven is a rewarding experience that can be enjoyed by home cooks of all skill levels. By following these tips and experimenting with different recipes, you can master the art of pizza-making and impress your family and friends with your culinary skills. Remember, the key is to have fun, be creative, and enjoy the process of making and sharing delicious pizzas.
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