CLASSIC PIZZA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Make the dough: Combine the flour and salt in a large bowl. Make a well in the center and pour in the warm water. Sprinkle the sugar and yeast over the water and let stand until bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes. Pour the olive oil into the well, then stir with a wooden spoon to make a shaggy dough. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 1 minute. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, tightly cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 2 hours.
- One hour before baking, put a pizza stone or large inverted baking sheet on the lowest oven rack and preheat to 500 degrees F. Make the sauce: Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, about 1 minute. Add the tomato puree and 2 cups water. Stir in the oregano and 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes. (The sauce will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 2 months.)
- Divide the pizza dough into 2 balls. On a lightly floured surface, stretch 1 ball of dough into a 12- to 14-inch round. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper, then slide the parchment with the dough onto a pizza peel or inverted baking sheet.
- Spread about 1/2 cup of the sauce on the crust in a thin layer, then scatter 1 cup mozzarella on top. Slide the pizza (on the parchment) onto the hot stone. Bake until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool 1 to 2 minutes before slicing. Repeat to make the second pizza.
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Ben Shobert
[email protected]This is my go-to pizza recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and I love that I can customize it with different toppings.
Gary Papworth
[email protected]Great recipe! I made this pizza for a party and everyone loved it. The crust was perfectly crispy and the sauce was delicious.
TNN Somali
[email protected]This pizza was a hit with my family! The kids loved the gooey cheese and the adults appreciated the flavorful sauce. I will definitely be making this pizza again.
Natalia Njoki
[email protected]I've tried many pizza recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. The crust is crispy and flavorful, and the sauce is perfectly balanced. I love that this recipe is so versatile - you can top it with whatever you like. I highly recommend
Jeremy Higgins
[email protected]This classic pizza recipe is a keeper! The dough was easy to work with and the sauce had just the right amount of tang. I topped my pizza with pepperoni, mushrooms, and bell peppers, and it was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this p