Homemade Pizza Preparation

From dough to toppings to a perfectly baked crust, everything for pizza night at home.

Start the dough well ahead of time for the best flavor and texture.

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Dough

Weigh flour, water, salt, and yeast on a scale
Mix and knead dough until smooth and elastic
Let dough rise for 2 hours at room temperature, or 24-72 hours in the fridge
Divide dough into balls of about 250-280g each
Rest the dough balls for 30 minutes before shaping

Sauce and toppings

Prepare tomato sauce with crushed tomatoes, salt, and olive oil
Grate or slice mozzarella and drain excess water
Slice vegetable toppings thinly
Pre-cook any meat toppings such as sausage or bacon
Pick fresh basil or herbs for finishing

Oven and baking

Preheat the oven to its maximum temperature
Preheat a pizza stone or steel for at least 45 minutes
Stretch the dough by hand from the center outward
Top with sauce, cheese, and toppings without overloading the base
Slide the pizza onto the stone with a floured peel

Baking and serving

Bake until the crust is charred in spots About 6-10 minutes in a home oven.
Rotate the pizza halfway through baking
Let the pizza rest for 2 minutes before slicing
Drizzle with olive oil or chili oil to finish
Slice and serve immediately while hot