From Scratch Pizza

Unleash your inner pizzaiolo with this irresistible From Scratch Pizza recipe, a homemade masterpiece that combines a tender, hand-kneaded crust, robust tomato sauce, and gooey, melted mozzarella cheese. Perfectly suited for pizza night, this recipe features simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and canned crushed tomatoes, ensuring that every bite is fresh and flavorful. The dough rises to pillowy perfection, while the sauce, infused with garlic, oregano, and basil, brings a rich, aromatic taste to your creation. Customize your pizza with your favorite toppings, from classic pepperoni to colorful veggie medleys, and bake to golden perfection in just minutes. Whether you’re crafting a family favorite or impressing guests, this easy yet authentic recipe will transport your taste buds straight to Italy.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 can (14 ounces) Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for sauce)
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 optional Toppings of choice (pepperoni, veggies, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

Add the warm water and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture comes together into a shaggy dough.

Step 3

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Lightly oil a clean bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover with a damp towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

While the dough rises, prepare the pizza sauce. In a small saucepan over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic in 1 tablespoon of olive oil until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Add the canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine and simmer for 10 minutes, then set aside to cool.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions for thinner crusts or use the whole dough for a thicker crust.

Step 9

On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a sheet of parchment paper or a lightly greased pizza pan.

Step 10

Spread a layer of the prepared sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

Step 11

Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce (or divide if making two pizzas). Add desired toppings such as pepperoni, vegetables, or fresh basil leaves.

Step 12

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your homemade pizza!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1396.2 grams (1396.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2498

Total Fat 66.30g	85%
Saturated Fat 33.60g	168%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 196mg	65%
Sodium 5875mg	255%
Total Carbohydrate 362.60g	132%
Dietary Fiber 20.60g	74%
Total Sugars 25.60g
Protein 104.90g	210%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1799mg	138%
Iron 26mg	143%
Potassium 2100mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.2%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 58.8%