Old School Pizza
Learn how to make authentic old-school pizza at home with handcrafted dough, high-quality local ingredients, and traditional Italian techniques. Perfect for recreating the pizzeria experience.
Equipment
- Pizza Stone or Steel
- Rolling Pin
- Oven (preferably 500°F+)
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Dough:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup warm water
- 1 tsp yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
Toppings:
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup marinara sauce (homemade preferred)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh basil leaves
- Parmesan cheese (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add the yeast mixture and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Cover and let the dough rest for 1 hour.
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 500°F (or as high as it can go).
- Place the pizza stone or steel in the oven while it heats up.
Assemble the Pizza:
- Roll out the dough to your desired thickness.
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over the dough.
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, and add toppings like basil and olive oil.
Bake the Pizza:
- Place the pizza on the preheated stone/steel and bake for 10-12 minutes, until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
Finish & Serve:
- Garnish with Parmesan cheese and additional basil leaves. Slice and serve hot!
Notes
- For an authentic wood-fired effect, broil the pizza for the last 1-2 minutes to give the crust a nice char.