ere’s a step-by-step recipe to guide you through making your own delicious pizzas at home:

ere’s a step-by-step recipe to guide you through making your own delicious pizzas at home:

Ingredients:

• For the Dough:
  • 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
• For the Tomato Sauce:
  • 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Toppings:
  • Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Sliced onions
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Fresh basil or other herbs
  • Additional toppings as desired (peppers, olives, mushrooms, etc.)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough:
   • In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm water. Let sit until frothy, about 10 minutes.
   • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
   • Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 7-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
   • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Make the Tomato Sauce:
   • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
   • Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20-30 minutes until the sauce thickens. Adjust seasoning to taste.
3. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to its highest setting, typically between 450°F (230°C) to 500°F (260°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
4. Assemble the Pizzas:
   • Punch down the risen dough and divide it into portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
   • Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the dough. Top with mozzarella cheese, sliced onions, cherry tomatoes, and any other toppings you like.
5. Bake the Pizzas:
   • Transfer the pizzas to the preheated oven (on a pizza stone or a baking sheet) and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
6. Serve:
   • Garnish with fresh basil or other herbs before serving.

Tips:

• For Crispier Crust: Use a pizza stone or bake on a preheated upside-down baking sheet for best results.
• For Extra Flavor: Infuse the olive oil with garlic and herbs for a few hours before using it in the dough or as a drizzle over the pizza before serving.

Enjoy your homemade pizza night with these fresh and tasty pizzas straight from your own oven!