Pauper's Pizza

Experience the delight of homemade comfort food with "Pauper's Pizza," a simple yet satisfying recipe that transforms humble pantry staples into a delicious meal. Perfect for budget-friendly cooking, this easy pizza dough comes together in minutes with all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and a touch of olive oil, creating a soft, chewy crust. Topped with a robust canned tomato sauce, a sprinkle of dried oregano and garlic powder, melty mozzarella cheese, and your favorite sliced vegetables, this pizza is endlessly customizable and packed with flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, "Pauper's Pizza" is an accessible, family-friendly dish ideal for everything from casual weeknight dinners to quick lunches. Perfect your pizza night without breaking the bank!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Warm water
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 cup Canned tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup Sliced vegetables (e.g., onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms)
• 0 to taste Salt and pepper (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Gradually add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients, stirring with a wooden spoon or your hands until the dough comes together.

Step 3

On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean tea towel and let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.

Step 5

Roll out the dough into a thin circle or rectangle, depending on your preference. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased baking sheet or parchment paper.

Step 6

Spread the canned tomato sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 7

Sprinkle the dried oregano and garlic powder over the sauce for added flavor.

Step 8

Evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pizza, followed by the sliced vegetables.

Step 9

Season the toppings with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(893.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1639.8

Total Fat 55.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 80.3mg	0%
Sodium 2710.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 219.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 17.6g
Protein 58.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 914.6mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 1102.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.0%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 54.4%