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Wood-Fired Pizza

Category: Dinner

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Wood-Fired pizza on a platter.
Wood-Fired pizza on a platter.

Overview

  1. Yields: About 2 pizzas
  2. Prep time: 3-4 hours
  3. Cook time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

For the dough

  • 1 cup warm water (105-115°F)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/4 cups bread flour

For the sauce

  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Toppings

  • Your favorite pizza toppings (e.g., mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, fresh basil)

Instructions

Making the dough

  1. In a large bowl, combine warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in olive oil, salt, and flour. Knead dough for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.  
  4. Punch down dough and divide into 2 balls. Let rest for 15 minutes.

Making the sauce

  1. In a saucepan, combine crushed tomatoes, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Assembling and Baking the Pizza

  1. Preheat your oven to the highest temperature possible (usually 500°F or higher).
  2. Roll out one dough ball into a desired shape on a lightly floured surface.
  3. Spread a layer of sauce over the dough, leaving a small border.
  4. Top with your desired ingredients.
  5. Transfer the pizza to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.

Tips

  • Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.
  • For a more authentic wood-fired flavor, add a sprinkle of smoked paprika to the dough or sauce.
  • Experiment with different flour types, such as whole wheat or semolina, for variations in texture.
  • Consider using fresh mozzarella for a richer flavor.
  • Don’t overload the pizza with toppings. Less is often more.

Note: To achieve a closer taste of a wood-fired oven, you can invest in a home pizza oven or use a grill with a pizza stone attachment. These methods can generate higher temperatures and impart a smoky flavor to your pizza.


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