Homemade Pizza Dough And Basic Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Homemade Pizza Dough And Basic Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tsp active dry yeast; 1/2 tsp sugar; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp olive oil; None None Basic Tomato Sauce; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 None small onion, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/3 cup tomato puree; 1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves; 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves

Servings: persons

2 tsp active dry yeast
1/2 tsp sugar
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp olive oil
None None Basic Tomato Sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 None small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup tomato puree
1 (15 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 tbsp chopped fresh basil leaves

1
To make the pizza dough, combine yeast, sugar and 3/4 cup warm water in a small bowl. Cover and let stand in a warm place for 10 mins, or until frothy.
2
Sift flour and salt into a large bowl. Stir in yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix with your hands until all ingredients are incorporated. Turn out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead for 10 mins, or until elastic. Place in a large lightly oiled bowl. Cover and let stand in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
3
Punch dough down then knead on a lightly floured work surface until smooth. Shape as desired.
4
To make the tomato sauce, heat olive oil in a pan. Cook onion and garlic until onion is soft. Add tomato puree, tomatoes, sugar and oregano. Simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for 25 mins. Stir in basil and season to taste.

384

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Carbs

Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tsp active dry yeast, 1/2 tsp sugar, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp salt, and more.

Yes, Homemade Pizza Dough And Basic Tomato Sauce falls under the General 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.

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Homemade Pizza Dough And Basic Tomato Sauce

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