Pizza Marinara (Aka Real Italian Pizza!) Recipe

Name: Pizza Marinara (Aka Real Italian Pizza!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup lukewarm water; 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 2 -3 cups unbleached flour or 2 -3 cups bread flour; 1 teaspoon cornmeal; fresh tomatoes or pizza sauce; oregano; shredded mozzarella cheese; pizza toppings (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Pour water into bowl.
2
Sprinkle with yeast and leave for five minutes.
3
Stir and add sugar, salt, and olive oil. Beat well.
4
Stir in half of flour.
5
Beat until smooth.
6
Add as much of the rest of the flour as needed to make the dough just firm enough to manage.
7
Knead for five minutes.
8
Roll it into a ball and flatten.
9
Sprinkle corn meal over pan and stretch dough over it. Make ridges at the edges.
10
Let rise for fifteen minutes.
11
Lightly brush or spray the dough with some oil.
12
Add your choice of toppings. Heat for 20-30 minutes at 425u00b0F.

220

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup lukewarm water, 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 teaspoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Pizza Marinara (Aka Real Italian Pizza!) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pizza Marinara (Aka Real Italian Pizza!)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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