Monday, February 25, 2008

Pizza Dough

1 cup water 105 degree F
3/4 tsp salt
1 tsp paprika (smoked paprika is best)
2 Tbl Parmesan cheese grated
1 Tbl Italian Seasoning
1 tsp crushed red pepper
4 tsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 cups bread flour (AP flour works but bread flour is better)
1 tsp Active dry yeast.

In a large bowl mix the ingredient in the order they are listed. When everything is combined it should be sticky to the touch, but shouldn't stick to your hand. Knead 50 times by hand or 5-10 min in stand mixer. Place in greased bowl and cover. Let Rise 30-45 minutes. Punch down and cut in half. Each half will make a half sheet pan worth of thin crust. If you like thick crust I believe you can use the whole recipe on one half sheet pan, but I don't believe I've tested that myself.

I also prebake these crusts before adding the sauce and toppings. for 5 min at 450F

This always get rave reviews whenever we have guests over for pizza nights. Restaurant crust just doesn't stand up after a piece or two of this deliciousness.

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