Homemade Taco Pizza {Ready in 30 minutes!} Lil' Luna from lilluna.com
Introduction
If you're a fan of pizza, then you're going to love this homemade pizza recipe! Making your pizza from scratch is not as complicated as it sounds. With the right ingredients and a little bit of patience, you can create a delicious pizza that will rival any pizzeria.
Ingredients
The first thing you need to do is gather all the ingredients you'll need. For the pizza dough, you'll need:
2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon of salt
1 teaspoon of sugar
1 tablespoon of olive oil
1 tablespoon of active dry yeast
¾ cup of warm water
For the pizza toppings, you can use whatever you like. Here are some ideas:
Tomato sauce or pesto
Cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or parmesan)
Meat (pepperoni, sausage, or chicken)
Veggies (mushrooms, onions, peppers, or olives)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Add the olive oil to the yeast mixture and stir to combine. Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and pour in the yeast mixture. Stir until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
Step 2: Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour. The dough should double in size.
Step 3: Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C) and prepare a baking sheet or pizza stone by lightly greasing it with olive oil.
Step 4: Roll out the Dough
Punch down the dough to release any air bubbles and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet or pizza stone.
Step 5: Add the Toppings
Spread tomato sauce or pesto evenly over the dough, leaving about half an inch around the edges. Sprinkle cheese over the sauce, followed by your desired toppings.
Step 6: Bake the Pizza
Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Step 7: Let the Pizza Cool
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
The nutritional information for this homemade pizza recipe will vary depending on the toppings you choose. However, here is the approximate nutrition information for a basic cheese pizza made with this recipe:
Calories: 250 per slice
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 20mg
Sodium: 400mg
Total Carbohydrates: 30g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 2g
Protein: 12g
Conclusion
Making homemade pizza is a fun and rewarding experience. With this recipe, you can create a delicious pizza that is tailored to your taste preferences. So grab your ingredients and get ready to make the best pizza you've ever had!