Jenny Gentile’s Pizza Dough Recipe
Preparation Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Recipe Category: Breads | Cuisine: European | Dietary Preferences: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Ready in Less than 4 Hours
Aggregated Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) from 39 Reviews
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 261.9
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 390.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 51.1g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 6.9g
Ingredients:
- 1 pack of yeast
- 4 tablespoons warm water
- 12 tablespoons cold water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cups flour
Instructions:
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🌾 In a cup, dissolve 1 pack of yeast in 4 tablespoons of warm (but not hot) water. Allow it to proof (sit) for 10 minutes, creating that bubbly magic that will make your dough rise to perfection.
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🌊 In another cup, create a symphony of flavors by mixing together 12 tablespoons of cold water, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Let the sweetness of the honey and the richness of the olive oil dance together.
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🍲 Now, add the wet ingredients to the star of our show – 3 cups of flour. Remember, cold stuff goes in first! You can either mix it with your hands, feeling the texture transform, or use a food processor for that modern touch.
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⏰ Allow the dough to rise, giving it the time it needs to develop its character. Jenny suggests making the dough the night before, allowing it to chill in the refrigerator overnight, and letting it rise the next day – a patient approach that yields exceptional results. If you’re pressed for time, a minimum rise of 2 hours should do the trick.
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🌞 Wake up to the aroma of yeast and the promise of incredible pizza as the dough rises gracefully. Whether you’re an early riser or a late-night enthusiast, the choice is yours.
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🍕 Once risen, your dough is ready to take center stage in your culinary masterpiece. Shape it into a 12-inch thick or 14-inch thin crust – the canvas for your pizza dreams.
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🎉 The stage is set, the dough is ready, and it’s time to create a pizza that would make Jenny’s Italian grandma proud. Add your favorite toppings, bake to perfection, and savor the delicious legacy of Jenny Gentile’s Pizza Dough.
Remember, recipes are not just instructions; they are stories passed down through generations, and Jenny’s pizza dough is a testament to the artistry of home cooking. So, embrace the process, enjoy the journey, and let the aroma of fresh pizza dough fill your kitchen with warmth and memories. 🍽️✨
