Best 7 How To Make Good Homemade Pizza Recipes

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Pizza, a delectable culinary creation that has captivated taste buds across the globe, is a delightful symphony of flavors and textures. Originating from Italy, this versatile dish has evolved into a global phenomenon, inspiring countless variations and interpretations. Whether you prefer the classic Margherita, with its simplicity of fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil, or the robust flavors of a meat-lovers pizza, topped with pepperoni, sausage, and bacon, there's a pizza out there to satisfy every palate. With endless topping combinations and crust options, from thin and crispy to thick and chewy, the possibilities are truly limitless. So, embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets to crafting the perfect homemade pizza, from preparing the dough to choosing the freshest ingredients. Let your creativity shine as you explore the diverse recipes featured in this article, ranging from the traditional Italian pizza to innovative fusion creations. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and experience the joy of creating your own mouthwatering pizza at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HOW TO MAKE THE BEST HOMEMADE PIZZA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Making homemade pizza dough can sound like a lot of work, but it's so worth the bragging rights. The dough itself requires few ingredients and just a little bit of rising and rest time. While you wait for the dough to be ready, you can get to work prepping your tomato sauce, chopping fresh vegetables, or grating the cheese you'll put on top. Bake for 15 minutes, garnish with basil (or, let's be real, more cheese), and enjoy showing off your way-better-than-takeout creation.

Provided by Brenda Blanco

Categories     Dinner

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 ½ cups warm water
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
7 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for greasing
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ cup semolina flour
28 oz canned whole tomatoes
1 tablespoon kosher salt
tomato sauce
fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into small pieces
fresh basil leaf
extra virgin olive oil
fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into small pieces
ricotta cheese
fresh basil pesto
dried oregano
tomato sauce
fresh mozzarella cheese, torn into small pieces
spicy pepperoni slice
freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • "Bloom" the yeast by sprinkling the sugar and yeast in the warm water. Let sit for 10 minutes, until bubbles form on the surface.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the middle and add the olive oil and bloomed yeast mixture. Using a spoon, mix until a shaggy dough begins to form.
  • Once the flour is mostly hydrated, turn the dough out onto a clean work surface and knead for 10-15 minutes. The dough should be soft, smooth, and bouncy. Form the dough into a taut round.
  • Grease a clean, large bowl with olive oil and place the dough inside, turning to coat with the oil. Cover with plastic wrap. Let rise for at least an hour, or up to 24 hours.
  • Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured work surface. Knead for another minute or so, then cut into 4 equal portions and shape into rounds.
  • Lightly flour the dough, then cover with a kitchen towel and let rest for another 30 minutes to an hour while you prepare the sauce and any other ingredients.
  • Preheat the oven as high as your oven will allow, between 450-500˚F (230-260˚C). Place a pizza stone, heavy baking sheet (turn upside down so the surface is flat), or cast iron skillet in the oven.
  • Meanwhile, make the tomato sauce: Add the salt to the can of tomatoes and puree with an immersion blender, or transfer to a blender or food processor, and puree until smooth.
  • Once the dough has rested, take a portion and start by poking the surface with your fingertips, until bubbles form and do not deflate.
  • Then, stretch and press the dough into a thin round. Make it thinner than you think it should be, as it will slightly shrink and puff up during baking.
  • Sprinkle semolina onto an upside down baking sheet and place the stretched crust onto it. Add the sauce and ingredients of your choice.
  • Slide the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or pan. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the crust and cheese are golden brown.
  • Add any garnish of your preference.
  • Nutrition Calories: 1691 Fat: 65 grams Carbs: 211 grams Fiber: 12 grams Sugars: 60 grams Protein: 65 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Carbohydrate 50 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 gram

MIKE'S HOMEMADE PIZZA



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A great recipe for homemade pizza dough and sauce. The sauce is especially good. Top with whatever you like.

Provided by MJUCHT

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (.25 ounce) envelope active dry yeast
1 cup lukewarm water
3 cups all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
6 fluid ounces water
½ teaspoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried marjoram
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon chili powder
⅛ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, salt and shortening. Stir in the yeast mixture. When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 45 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Saute onion until tender. Stir in tomato paste and water. Season with sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, basil, oregano, marjoram, cumin, chili powder and red pepper flakes. Simmer 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Recipe makes 2 (12 inch) pizzas. Divide dough in half, and spread onto pizza pans. Cover with sauce, and desired toppings. Bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes, or until crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.1 calories, Carbohydrate 41.3 g, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 6.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 535.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g

PIZZA DOUGH



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For your next pizza night at home, make Bobby Flay's homemade Pizza Dough recipe from Food Network, and finish it with your favorite toppings.

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 1h30m

Yield 2 (14-inch) pizza crusts

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 to 4 cups bread flour, plus more for rolling
1 teaspoon sugar
1 envelope instant dry yeast
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 cups water, 110 degrees F
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus 2 teaspoons

Steps:

  • Combine the bread flour, sugar, yeast and kosher salt in the bowl of a stand mixer and combine. While the mixer is running, add the water and 2 tablespoons of the oil and beat until the dough forms into a ball. If the dough is sticky, add additional flour, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together in a solid ball. If the dough is too dry, add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time. Scrape the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead into a smooth, firm ball.
  • Grease a large bowl with the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, add the dough, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and put it in a warm area to let it double in size, about 1 hour. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and divide it into 2 equal pieces. Cover each with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let them rest for 10 minutes.

HOMEMADE PIZZA



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This recipe is a hearty, zesty main dish with a crisp, golden crust. Feel free to add your favorite toppings. -Marianne Edwards, Lake Stevens, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 pizzas (3 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 teaspoon sugar
1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon salt
3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 pound ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
3 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 medium green pepper, diced
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In large bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in water; let stand for 5 minutes. Add oil and salt. Stir in flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 2-3 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 45 minutes. Meanwhile, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. , Punch down dough; divide in half. Press each half into a greased 12-in. pizza pan. Combine the tomato sauce, oregano and basil; spread over each crust. Top with beef mixture, green pepper and cheese. , Bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until crust is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 922mg sodium, Carbohydrate 64g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

THE BEST PIZZA DOUGH



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This easy pizza dough recipe is the key to making an extraordinary homemade pizza. We use all-purpose flour because double zero is hard to find. But if you're lucky enough to live near an Italian market or willing to purchase double zero flour online, using this flour will take your crust to the next level. You won't be disappointed with the results! -Josh Rink, Taste of Home Food Stylist

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 crusts (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-1/4 cups warm water (110° to 115°)
2 teaspoons sugar, divided
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
3-1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose or 00 flour
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 teaspoon each dried basil, oregano and marjoram, optional
1/3 cup vegetable or olive oil

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix warm water and 1 teaspoon sugar; add yeast and whisk until dissolved. Let stand until bubbles form on surface. In a large bowl, whisk 3 cups flour, salt, remaining 1 teaspoon sugar and, if desired, dried herbs. Make a well in center; add yeast mixture and oil. Stir until smooth. Add enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead, adding more flour to surface as needed until no longer sticky and dough is smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl; turn once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 30 minutes; transfer bowl to refrigerator and chill overnight. Allow dough to come to room temperature, about 30 minutes, before rolling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 121mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

EASY AND QUICK HOMEMADE PIZZA



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Make and share this Easy And Quick Homemade Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon fast rise yeast
1 cup water (120*)
1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup tomato sauce
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups pepperoni slices
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix first 4 ingredients.
  • Mix water and oil; add to flour mixture.
  • Turn onto floured surface; knead for 2 minutes.
  • Place in a greased bowl; turning to grease top.
  • Cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
  • Punch down; place on 12in, greased pizza pan.
  • Pat into a circle.
  • Topping: Mix first 5 ingredients and spread over crust.
  • Put a few pepperoni slices on top of sauce.
  • Sprinkle with 1/2 the mozzeralla; 1/2 the monterey jack, and 1/2 the parmesan.
  • Put the rest of the pepperoni on.
  • Repeat the cheese layer.
  • Bake at 400* for 20 minutes or until light brown.

PIZZA



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Make your own pizza with a crispy base, mozzarella cheese and a fresh tomato sauce. Add simple toppings like slices of ham and rocket if you like.

Provided by John Torode

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 4h

Yield Makes 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

10g fresh yeast or 7g sachet dried
½ tsp sugar
375g Italian '00' flour , plus extra for dusting
1 tbsp olive oil , plus extra for greasing
3 x 125g balls mozzarella , torn
fresh basil , to serve
3 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , chopped
1 garlic clove , crushed
2 x 400g cans good-quality Italian chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Mix together the yeast and sugar with 250ml warm water and leave to sit for 10 mins. Place half the flour in a table-top mixer with a dough hook, pour in the yeast mixture and beat at medium speed for 10 mins (or mix in a bowl, then knead with oiled hands in the bowl for 5-10 mins).
  • Leave somewhere warm for 10 more mins, then add the remaining flour and oil. Beat or knead to a dough for a further 5 mins. Put in a well-oiled bowl, cover with a cloth and place somewhere warm to double in size - about 1½ hrs.
  • For the sauce, heat the oil in a pan over a moderate heat. Add the onion and cook for 3 mins, stirring constantly. Add the garlic, 1 tsp sea salt and 1 tsp ground black pepper and cook for 2 mins more. Add the tomatoes and bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for a good 20 mins, stirring occasionally.
  • Once your dough has doubled in size, slap it down on a lightly floured surface and knead for 4 mins until soft but not too elastic. Divide into 6 pieces, roll into balls and leave to rest for 10 mins. Heat oven to the highest temperature possible (270C fan in the Good Food test kitchen) and place a flat baking sheet in the oven.
  • With a well-floured rolling pin, roll out each ball of dough as thinly as possible. Remove the baking sheet from the oven, oil or dust with flour, then carefully transfer the dough base onto it. Spread over some of the tomato sauce (I like to apply it in the quantity that you would spread Marmite on toast, or the base will be soft and fall to bits), then the cheese and any toppings you desire.
  • Cook for between 5-10 mins depending on your oven temp, until the base is crisp and the cheese melted. Scatter with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 19 grams fat, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 51 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 21 grams protein, Sodium 0.8 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Choose the right flour: Use a high-protein bread flour or all-purpose flour for a chewy crust. If you want a crispy crust, use a combination of bread flour and semolina flour.
  • Knead the dough properly: Kneading the dough develops the gluten, which gives the pizza crust its structure and chewiness. Knead the dough for at least 5 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place: This will help the dough to develop flavor and become light and airy. Let the dough rise for at least 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the flavor of your pizza. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and cheese. If you can, use homemade tomato sauce instead of store-bought.
  • Don't overload the pizza with toppings: Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy. Use a moderate amount of toppings, and make sure they are evenly distributed.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature: This will help the pizza to cook evenly and develop a crispy crust. Bake the pizza at 450°F (230°C) for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Conclusion:

Making homemade pizza is a fun and rewarding experience. With a little practice, you can make pizzas that are just as good as, if not better than, the ones you get from a pizzeria. So next time you're craving pizza, don't order takeout. Instead, make your own homemade pizza using the tips and recipes in this article.

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