Every Friday and Saturday night millions of pizzas are eaten all over the planet. This article is dedicated to those who love but have no idea how to make homemade pizza. Pizza is one of the most popular foods ever created mainly due to 3 things; Easy to make, tastes great, and is cheap to make.
A perfect combination of crust, sauce, cheese and various toppings can make a homemade pizza an incredible experience for the taste buds. From mom-and-pop pizzerias to pizza conglomerates, the pizza industry reportedly comprises a multi-billion-dollar industry in the US alone. Franchises across the country are dedicated to perfecting the pizza pie to appeal to millions of families watching the pizza night as a family tradition.
To make a great homemade pizza, two fundamental components must be taken into account; the crust and sauce before the pie can be considered a success. There are a variety of crust options to choose from that set the stage for the rest of the dish. Thick, thin, and Sicilian are just a few of the types of pizza dough that can set the stage for a truly delicious dining experience.
To really create a good homemade pizza, you can make a good gluten-free or wheat-based crust in about 20 minutes, or if time is short, buy a pre-made crust at the grocery store and have several options to choose from:
1. Prepared pizza crusts can be a great substitute for homemade dough.
2. Some grocery stores will stock pre-made pizza dough in the dairy aisle. They may already be frozen and will need to be thawed before they can be rolled into a pizza. If not frozen, they can only be fresh for a limited amount of time, but can be frozen later if not used within the expiration period.
3. Some pizzerias sell their dough at a very affordable price. This can be a huge time saver while still getting an authentic pizza crust.
Once the desired pizza dough is selected, the sauce is the next critical ingredient in defining whether or not the pizza will be a successful experience. A basic pizza sauce consists of tomato sauce, oregano, basil and garlic powder, and rosemary. Each of these spices can be added in various measures based on taste preference.
After the crust is stretched out, add the sauce mixture with a ladle. Spread the sauce in a circular motion to cover the entire pizza crust. Add a layer of fresh mozzarella cheese. Authentic Italian shops will use sliced mozzarella, but also shredded.
Place the pizza in a preheated oven at about 350 for about 12-14 minutes. When the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden brown, the pizza is done. Cut into eight pieces and enjoy.