Friday, January 27, 2012

Homemade Pizza




This recipe is one of our favorites! And when compared to delivery pizza it; 1) Tastes WAY better and 2) It's healthier!

Pizza Dough:
2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 envelope Fleischmann's RapidRise Yeast
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup very warm water (120 degrees F)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Cornmeal

Other Ingredients:
2-3 cups of cheese (I use half mozzarella, half cheddar)
2-3 cups of jarred pasta sauce (I use Bertolli's garlic and olive oil)
Your favorite toppings (I do Canadian bacon, onions, bell peppers, pineapple, and mushrooms)

1) In a large bowl combine 2 cups of flour, yeast, and salt. Stir in warm water and olive oil. You can add a little more flour if your dough is too sticky. Knead on flu red surface until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.

2) Lightly oil or spray with Pam a round pizza pan.

3) Sprinkle flour and cornmeal on flat surface and roll out dough. Transfer dough to pan. I usually roll dough up on my rolling pin and transfer that way.

4) Prick dough with a fork and then add sauce and spread evenly. Top with cheese and your favorite toppings. Pop in a 400 degree F oven for 20 to 30 minutes or until dough is cooked. Cooking time depends heavily on topping selection and crust thickness :)

Enjoy!!

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