Authentic Italian pizza
Description
The recipe won't take much time. The base of Italian pizza consists of dough, sauce, and cheese. Other toppings are added to taste: olives, herbs, salami, onions, and so on. Pizza is served immediately after baking, so that the cheese is stretchy. For authentic Italian pizza, Italian cheeses (Parmesan, Mozzarella) and traditional herbs (oregano, basil) are used. It can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. For the dough: mix the yeast with warm water, add sugar and let stand for 10 minutes. In another bowl, mix 1 cup of flour with salt, make a well in the center, pour in the yeast mixture and 0.5 tablespoons of olive oil. Knead the dough, adding more flour as needed. Let it rest for 15–30 minutes.
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Step 2
2. For the sauce: peel the tomatoes, then coarsely chop them and blend with a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, then add a few drops of olive oil.
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Step 3
3. Wash the basil, separate the leaves from the stem. Cut the cheese into thin slices.
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Step 4
4. Roll out the dough and place it on a baking sheet or in a pan lined with parchment paper. Add a few tablespoons of sauce and spread it over the entire surface, then add the cheese and basil. Bake in a preheated oven at 240°C for 8–10 minutes, then remove, and serve immediately.