Servings: 4 people
Equipment
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- ¾ cup warm water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce:
- ¾ cup crushed San Marzano tomatoes
- 1 garlic clove finely grated
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 1 ½ cups low-moisture mozzarella cheese shredded
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan
- Pepperoni slices or any favorite topping optional
- Pinch of chili flakes optional
- Fresh basil or chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation:
Make the Dough:
Prepare the Sauce:
- Mix crushed tomatoes, grated garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Set aside.
Preheat Oven:
- Heat oven to 500°F (or highest setting). If using a cast iron pan, preheat it as well.
Assembly:
Stretch the Dough:
- Roll or stretch dough into a thin 10–12” circle. Place it into your pan, pushing to the edges for that tavern-style shape.
Sauce It:
- Spread a thin layer of sauce over the dough—go light; this isn’t deep dish.
Cheese It:
- Add mozzarella edge-to-edge, followed by Parmesan. Top with optional pepperoni or favorite bar-style toppings.
Bake It:
- Bake for 12–15 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and crust is golden and crisp.
Finish It:
- Let cool slightly. Garnish with chili flakes and herbs if desired. Slice and serve hot!
Notes
- For an ultra-thin crust, roll the dough out even more and par-bake for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
- Swap toppings for mushroom, sausage, jalapeños, or banana peppers to make it your own.
- Store leftover dough in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze it for next weekend’s game night.
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