Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
100 g

Bread Flour

0.5 tsp

Salt

1 tbsp

Olive Oil

7 g

Yeast

50 ml

Lukewarm Water

20 g

Tomato Sauce

50 g

Cheese

1 unit

Toppings

minced

Step 1
~2 min

Combine bread flour, salt, olive oil, and yeast.

Step 2
~2 min

Add lukewarm water and mix to form a dough.

Step 3
~2 min

Let the dough rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, until it doubles in size.

Step 4
~2 min

Punch down the risen dough to release air.

Step 5
~2 min

Lightly dust the work surface with flour.

Step 6
~2 min

Roll out the dough to a thickness of 0.5 cm.

Step 7
~2 min

Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes from the dough.

Step 8
~2 min

Preheat the oven to 200C (392F).

Step 9
~2 min

Place the dough shapes on a baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~2 min

Spread a spoonful of tomato sauce on each dough shape.

Step 11
~2 min

Sprinkle cheese over the tomato sauce.

Step 12
~2 min

Add your desired toppings.

Step 13
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 14
~2 min

Let cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Experiment with different toppings to customize the flavor.

Use store-bought pizza dough to save time.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of marinara sauce.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Fruit skewers

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy

Cultural Significance

Pizza is a staple in Italian cuisine and a popular dish worldwide.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Game Nights
Snacks

Occasion Tags

Birthday Party
Game Day
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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