Description
Experience the delightful crunch of a Sicilian pizza with a crispy crust and creamy ricotta layered over rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups warm water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Activate yeast: In a large bowl, pour the warm water and stir in the sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast atop this mixture, allowing it to sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Combine ingredients: Gradually add the flour, salt, and olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a rough dough forms, adjusting with water as necessary.
- Knead the dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface. Knead it for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Let it rise: Drizzle olive oil into a greased bowl, place the dough inside, cover with a towel, and let it rise until doubled in size, roughly 1 hour.
- Prepare for baking: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Punch down the dough and shape it into a rectangle.
- Assemble the pizza: Spread crushed tomatoes on top, seasoning with oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add dollops of ricotta and finish with mozzarella.
- Bake to perfection: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
Make the dough the night before for deeper flavor, and consider using an air fryer for a quick cooking option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg