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Every second, approximately 951 pies get devoured globally. This beloved comfort food has been captivating taste buds of all ages for centuries. Originating around 1520 in Naples, this Italian gem has since transformed into a worldwide sensation. The art of making pizza is now recognized as intangible UNESCO cultural heritage.
Despite the traditional Neapolitan pizza dough's unique flavor and recipe, everyday life may not always have the luxury of hours-long rising times and precise temperature control. That's where quick pizzas save the day. Rather than waiting 24 hours, the dough preparation here only demands around 30 minutes. Although some traditional Neapolitan pizza bakers might turn up their noses at this faster recipe, the simplistic, speedy, and tasty blend is undeniably tempting.
Recipe for a 30-minute Quick Pie
Ingredients for one baking sheet
Dough ingredients
- 400g all-purpose flour, type 405
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 40ml olive oil
- 250ml warm water
Quick tomato sauce ingredients
- 1 can of diced tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 white onion
- 1 packet of tomato paste
- 1 tsp sugar
- Salt, pepper
- Oregano
Toppings
- 200g shredded mozzarella
- Your preference of toppings, like finely chopped vegetables, tuna, pepperoni, capers, olives, or corn
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to its highest temperature.
- Mix the all-purpose flour, salt, baking powder, olive oil, and warm water until you have a smooth dough.
- Roll out the dough on a well-floured work surface. Shape it into a large rectangular pizza or divide it into three and create individual pizza rounds.
- Transfer the pizza dough to a lined baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Blend the garlic, onion, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, salt, pepper, and oregano to create a quick tomato sauce using a blender.
- Spread the sauce evenly on the pizza dough.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the sauce. Then add your preferred toppings. Vegetables like mushrooms and corn, tuna, pepperoni, or red onions are popular choices - feel free to get creative.
- Bake in the preheated oven at 250°C (top and bottom heat) for about 10-15 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
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The 'The holiday recipe' for a quick pie can be found in this text, offering a faster alternative to traditional Neapolitan pizza making. With just 30 minutes required for dough preparation, this recipe is perfect for busy holidays, offering a speedy and delicious alternative without compromising taste.
During the holiday season, families can enjoy 'The holiday recipe' for a quick pie as a festive addition to their celebrations, providing a simple, flavorful solution to accommodate various taste buds and dietary preferences.
