by Vincent Polsinelli
Description
Looking for a fun family activity? Try this simple and delicious pizza recipe. This recipe will help your children learn some basic cooking skills, will nurture their creativity, and will keep them entertained.
IngredientsPizza Dough2 1/5 cups of flour2 3/4 teaspoons of baking powder1 teaspoon of olive oil3/4 cup of waterTomato Sauce1 can (28 ounces) of crushed tomatoes2 tablespoons of olive oil3 cloves of chopped garlic2 leaves of basil choppedSalt and pepper to tasteToppings1 ball of mozzarella cheese (any cheese can be used but mozzarella is recommended)ANY TOPPINGS OF YOUR CHOICE (popular choices are pepperonis, bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, etc.) Directions Pizza Dough
- In a large bowl mix flour, baking powder and salt.
- Create a well within the bowl of dry ingredients and add your water and olive oil.
- Incorporate all the ingredients until the dough is stiff. (If the dough is too dry, add some water until it is smooth)
- Take the dough out onto a floured counter and knead the dough for 3-4 minutes. The dough should be soft and not sticky.
Tomato Sauce
- In a saucepan heat olive oil over low heat.
- Add crushed tomatoes and continue to cook for a few minutes.
- Stir in chopped basil, chopped garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
- Continue to cook until tomatoes break down and the sauce is brought to a simmer.
Finishing the Pizza
- Preheat the oven for 400 C
- Stretch the dough out to fit the size of your sheet tray. (it is important that the dough is stretched evenly)
- Pour your tomato sauce onto the dough leaving one inch of space all around for your crust to form.
- Then place the desired amount of cheese on top of the tomato sauce.
- Place your desired toppings all over your pizza.
- Place the pizza in the oven for 15-25 minutes (depending on the oven and desired crispiness of the dough) and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.