Pizza Dough and Sauce

Transform your homemade pizza night with this irresistibly simple recipe for *Pizza Dough and Sauce*! Craft a perfect, soft, and chewy crust using just a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and olive oil. While the dough rises to pillowy perfection, whip up a vibrant, aromatic pizza sauce featuring crushed tomatoes, garlic, and a medley of Italian herbs. Ready in under two hours, this duo delivers the ultimate foundation for your personalized pizza creation. Whether you load it up with classic pepperoni or go gourmet with fresh veggies and artisan cheese, this recipe ensures restaurant-quality results right from your kitchen. Keywords: homemade pizza dough, easy pizza sauce, pizza night recipe, Italian-inspired pizza crust.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:120 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Warm water (about 110°F/43°C)
• 0.25 oz Active dry yeast
• 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1.5 tsp Salt (for dough)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 0.5 tsp Salt (for sauce)
• 1 tsp Sugar (for sauce)
• 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 tbsp Olive oil (for sauce)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until the yeast becomes foamy.

Step 2

Add olive oil and salt to the yeast mixture. Slowly stir in the flour, one cup at a time, until a sticky dough forms.

Step 3

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a small amount of flour as needed.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turn it to coat, and cover with a damp towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the pizza sauce. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 6

Add minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 7

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, sugar, and optional crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 8

Simmer the sauce over low heat for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 9

Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a floured surface and divide it into two equal portions (for two large pizzas) or more for smaller pizzas.

Step 10

Roll out the dough to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a lightly greased pizza pan or parchment-lined baking sheet.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Spread a thin layer of the prepared sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.

Step 12

Add your favorite pizza toppings and bake for 10-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Step 13

Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1718.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2416.4

Total Fat 48.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5410.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 435.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.7g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 62.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.2mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 3349.6mg	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: 17.9%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 71.7%