Golden-Crust Pizza

If you’re in the mood for a delicious homemade pizza, try making a Golden-Crust Pizza. This pizza features a crispy, golden crust that is made with a mixture of cornmeal and flour, giving it a unique texture and flavor. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients:

For the crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup olive oil

For the toppings:

  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni
  • 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cornmeal, salt, sugar, and yeast.
  3. Add the warm water and olive oil to the bowl and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic.
  5. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.
  6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
  7. Place the dough on a greased baking sheet or pizza stone.
  8. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
  9. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
  10. Add the sliced pepperoni, chopped green bell pepper, sliced black olives, and sliced mushrooms on top of the cheese.
  11. Bake the pizza in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

This Golden-Crust Pizza is a delicious and unique twist on classic pizza. The combination of cornmeal and flour in the crust gives it a crispy texture and slightly sweet flavor, while the toppings add savory and salty notes. Customize the toppings to your liking or try adding some fresh herbs or hot pepper flakes for an extra kick. Give this pizza recipe a try for your next pizza night!