🍕 French-Style Pizza Crust Recipe 🍕
Overview:
This homemade French-style Pizza Crust recipe is truly a labor of love, but the deliciously crisp yet tender result is absolutely worth the effort. Once you add your favorite sauce, cheeses, and toppings, it’s “Homemade Pizza Night” at your house! Keep in mind that the Prep time listed does not include the time for the dough to rise, so plan accordingly.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 261.6 per serving
- Fat Content: 0.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 438.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 54.8g
- Fiber Content: 2.1g
- Sugar Content: 1g
- Protein Content: 7.6g
- Recipe Servings: 16
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | dry yeast |
| 3 1/2 | cups water |
| 1 | teaspoon sugar |
| 9 | cups flour |
| 1 | teaspoon salt |
| – | cornmeal (for dusting) |
| – | olive oil |
Instructions:
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Activate Yeast:
- In a large bowl, add sugar to water and stir until dissolved.
- Sprinkle dry yeast over the water and let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes frothy.
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Mix Dough:
- Add 4 cups of flour and salt to the yeast mixture.
- Mix everything together well using a wooden spoon.
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Knead Dough:
- Gradually add the remaining flour, one cup at a time, until a dough forms.
- Once the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl, turn it out onto a floured surface.
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Knead Until Smooth:
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes.
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First Rise:
- Place the dough in a bowl that has been lightly coated with olive oil.
- Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap.
- Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free place until it has doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.
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Divide and Rest:
- Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down to release any air bubbles.
- Divide the dough into two equal portions and let them rest for about 15 minutes.
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Shape the Crust:
- Preheat your oven to 500°F (or higher, if your oven allows).
- Pat or roll out each portion of dough into your desired pizza shape.
- For a classic touch, sprinkle the edges of the crust with cornmeal.
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Add Toppings:
- Now comes the fun part! Spread your favorite sauce over the prepared crust.
- Top with generous amounts of your favorite cheeses, meats, and veggies.
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Bake to Perfection:
- Place the pizzas on baking sheets or pizza stones.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Remember, pizza cooks from the outside in, so avoid overloading the center with toppings.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Once the pizzas are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Slice, serve, and savor the deliciousness of your homemade French-style pizza crust!
Tips and Tricks:
- 🌿 For a healthier twist, try using whole wheat flour or a mix of whole wheat and all-purpose flour.
- 🍅 Experiment with different sauces, from classic marinara to pesto or white sauce.
- 🧀 Mix up your cheese selection with mozzarella, parmesan, cheddar, or even goat cheese.
- 🥓 Get creative with toppings! From pepperoni and mushrooms to caramelized onions and arugula, the options are endless.
- 🕰️ If you’re short on time, you can make the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it overnight. Just be sure to let it come to room temperature before rolling it out.
Now, gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and embark on a pizza-making adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight! Homemade pizza never tasted so good! Enjoy! 🍕✨
