RecipesSimple and quick pizza
Pizza is one of the most popular dishes in the world. In fact, it could be said that it ranks highest on the popularity scale. The base is pizza dough and the recipe from which pizza is made. You just need to actively assist :) The recipe for pizza doesn’t take too much time, so think about some of your favorite variations. Pizza and its recipe rely on tomatoes. They give the pizza color, juiciness, and a sweet flavor. Pizza dough is another crucial ingredient. For pizza dough, a bit of practice is required and you'll need a few baked pieces behind you.
When it comes to cheeses, it starts with mozzarella, which needs to be thoroughly dried before use. Furthermore, the recipe for pizza inherently includes ricotta, salty feta, or fresh goat cheese. But also some hard cheeses like Parmesan or Pecorino. The recipe for homemade pizza can also include salami or ham. Chorizo sausage or spicy pepperoni salami seem like excellent choices in this regard. You have the pizza dough, now it’s time to decide on the selection of herbs and other small ingredients. There are countless options – arugula, spinach leaves, capers, anchovies, sun-dried tomatoes, or various vegetables. Pizza and its recipe are like an application whose code is open, and you can reprogram it as you wish.
Pizza dough loves aluminum sheets due to their thermal conductivity, on which you place baking paper. Aluminum bases are also the trays that are already coated with a non-stick surface. The pizza tray needs to be placed in the oven for half an hour before baking to heat up. Here is a recipe for pizza that is easy and quick.
Ingredients (what you need)
2 teaspoons dried yeast
0.5 teaspoon granulated sugar
650 g all-purpose wheat flour + for dusting the countertop
3 tablespoons olive oil + for brushing
1 teaspoon sea salt
150 g mozzarella, diced
30 g Parmesan cheese, finely grated
2 handfuls oregano, fresh leaves
FOR THE SAUCE
250 ml tomato puree
1 clove garlic, crushed or minced
sea salt
ground pepper, crushed
Recipe steps
In 375 ml of lukewarm water, thoroughly mix the yeast and sugar. Let it sit in a warm place for 5 minutes. In a larger bowl, pour in the flour, add the oil, and sprinkle in the salt. Make a well in the center of the mound and pour in the yeast mixture. Knead until you have a smooth and elastic pizza dough.
Cover the pizza dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 220 degrees Celsius. Don’t forget to preheat the baking trays.
Divide the pizza dough into four parts and roll them out into circles. Mix the tomato puree, garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread the sauce onto the rolled-out circles and sprinkle with cheese and oregano. Brush the edges of the pizza with oil. Bake in the oven for 10–15 minutes, until the pizza is golden and crispy.
Additional information about the recipe Simple and quick pizza
A simple and quick pizza is the ideal choice for lovers of fast and filling meals. All you need are a few basic ingredients like ready-made pizza dough, tomato sauce, cheese, and your favorite toppings such as ham, salami, or mushrooms. The preparation is very easy: after spreading the tomato sauce on the dough, add cheese and other favorite toppings, and bake the pizza in a preheated oven for about 10 minutes. The result is a delicious pizza that you can enjoy in no time and without much effort. Perfect for a quick dinner or unexpected guests.
Tomas Rohlena
Tomas Rohlena is a versatile personality with a broad perspective. He is a great fan of food and occasional cooking. He is also interested in gourmet experiences in restaurants. Every Sunday, his family looks forward to his regular lunch that he prepares for them.
