7-Step Guide to Making the Perfect Homemade Pizza

Ingredients:

Active dry yeast, warm water, all-purpose flour, olive oil, salt, sugar, tomato puree, garlic, mozzarella cheese, toppings (capsicum, corn, chicken etc), oregano and basil

Step 1

Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes. Add flour, olive oil, and salt. Stir until a dough forms.

Step 2

Turn the dough onto a flat surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a cloth and let rise until it doubles in size.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a pan, sauté chopped chopped garlic, add tomato puree and season with salt, pepper, oregano, and basil. Simmer for 5 minutes to cook your sauce.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to get a crisp, golden crust. Place a baking sheet inside for a better result.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, roll it out on a floured surface into your desired pizza shape and size.

Step 6

Brush the rolled dough with olive oil, spread tomato sauce, sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and add your chosen toppings.

Step 7

Bake the pizza until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and slightly browned. Enjoy your pizza !