Homemade Pizza

I mentioned last week that I've been on a recipe trying kick.

This is the original recipe that I tweeked a bit.

Here's my latest success...

HOMEMADE PIZZA

My husband and I could eat pizza all the time

so I was excited to try a healthier version than ordering out.

CRUST:

 3/4 c warm water

1 pkg self rising yeast

1 t sugar

2 1/2 c flour

1 t Kosher salt

3 T olive oil

TOPPINGS:

marinara

your favorite toppings

Mix water and yeast.

 Add sugar to proof.

 Let stand for 5 minutes and make sure it's frothy.

If not, start over.

 Mix flour, salt and olive oil.

I used my Kitchen Aid mixer and it was really easy.

 Mix until well combined and then lightly coat with olive oil.

 Cover in a warm place and let rise for 30 minutes or so.

Preheat oven to 400.

 Roll out to desired thickness.

I left a nice crust all around the edge and decided a square pizza was a nice shape.

 Bake for 8 minutes before adding toppings to ensure a fully cooked crust.

 Add your favorite marinara sauce and toppings.

 I always use turkey pepperoni because it's delish and better for you.

 My husband likes more variety in toppings so I chopped some things for him.

Sprinkle with seasoned salt.

Add cheese.

 Bake for 13-15 minutes with the toppings at 400.

Voila... a delicious homemade pizza!

Let cool for a few minutes and then cut.

I was impressed that you could pick up this pizza to eat it!

Most homemade pizzas have a floppy crust so this recipe was super.

My husband asked if we could have it again this week :)

 I also made a mini veggie tray to go with the pizza.