30-Minute Pizza Recipe

Name: 30-Minute Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable oil; Yellow cornmeal; 1 package fast-rising dry yeast (Fleischmann's Rapid Rise or Red Star Quick Rise); 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup hot water (120 to 130 degrees); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 pound mozzarella or other melting cheese, thinly sliced or diced; 1 cup tomato sauce or other sauce or 1 1/2 pounds seeded, chopped fresh tomatoes; Minced garlic (optional); Minced fresh or dried herbs; Freshly ground pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Additional topping ingredients such as sausage, peppers,olives, sliced vegetables, seafood, if desired

Servings: persons

Vegetable oil
Yellow cornmeal
1 package fast-rising dry yeast (Fleischmann's Rapid Rise or Red Star Quick Rise)
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup hot water (120 to 130 degrees)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 pound mozzarella or other melting cheese, thinly sliced or diced
1 cup tomato sauce or other sauce or 1 1/2 pounds seeded, chopped fresh tomatoes
Minced garlic (optional)
Minced fresh or dried herbs
Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
Additional topping ingredients such as sausage, peppers,olives, sliced vegetables, seafood, if desired

1
Preheat oven to 500 degrees.
2
Lightly oil a pizza pan or pizza screen.
3
If using a pan, sprinkle it lightly with cornmeal.
4
Mix the yeast with 1 cup of the flour in a mixing bowl.
5
Stir in the hot water and blend until no raw flour shows.
6
Stir in a second cup of flour and the salt and mix quickly until the dough comes away from the sides of the bowl.
7
Dust work surface and hands with the third cup of flour and turn the dough out of the bowl.
8
Knead in the remaining flour a little at a time, using a dough scraper to prevent sticking.
9
Knead vigorously about 5 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
10
Press the dough into an 8-inch circle, then roll or stretch it to fit a 15- to 18-inch pizza pan.
11
Add the desired toppings (spread the cheese on first) and finish with a drizzling of olive oil.
12
Bake about 15 minutes until the crust is golden and the topping bubbly.
13
Serve at once.

563

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable oil, Yellow cornmeal, 1 package fast-rising dry yeast (Fleischmann's Rapid Rise or Red Star Quick Rise), 3 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, 30-Minute Pizza falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

30-Minute Pizza

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Variations & substitutions

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