Recipes as Promised

Hubs & I now have only one place in OKC who makes better pizza than me, Falcones Pizza.  The owner, Danny, is a native New Yorker.  The pizza is delicious and is always served with a side of attitude and a nice thick accent.  He's a hoot and we love going there.  However, since we are committed to eating better and saving money, we had to find an alternative.

Be forewarned, once you make this, you will never settle for delivery again.

Make the crust and sauce at minimum 24 hours before baking.  I usually make it all on Monday and bake the pizza on Thursday.  If you're feeling adventurous, try you're hand at my mozzarella recipe for your cheese.

Thin Crust Pizza Dough
(found on Food.com website and slightly modified)
Makes 2 12-inch pizzas
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup warm water
2-1/4 teaspoon dry yeast
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon sugar
cornmeal

Mix sugar into water in mixer bowl/large bowl.  Sprinkle yeast over the top.  Wait approximate 10 minutes until yeast is foamy.

Add flours, salt and olive oil.  Combine.  Knead for 6 to 8 minutes until you have a moderately stiff dough that is smooth and elastic. (If using a Kitchen Aid mixer, use the dough hook and setting 2 until dough is as above).  I tend to make mine a tiny bit sticky as it seems to roll out better. 

Cover and let rise for approximately 30 minutes then cover with cellophane wrap and refrigerate for 1 to 4 days.

When ready to make pizza, take out dough about 30 minutes before.
Preheat over to 425 F.
Divide dough in half.  You may freeze 1/2 for later or use a larger 16-inch pan. 
I use a pizza stone sprinkled with cornmeal.  If you don't have one, lightly grease a pizza pan and sprinkle with cornmeal. 
Roll dough half into circle and place in pan.
Pre-bake for 10 minutes.

Spread with pizza sauce and toppings and back for approximately 10- to 20 minutes, until hot and bubbly and cheese is melted and browned to your taste.  See below for details.

Pizza Sauce
Makes enough for 2 12-inch pizzas
18 oz. tomato paste
3 cups water
2 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Combine all ingredient and bring to a boil.  Lower heat and simmer until sauce is very thick. 

To Make Pizza
Pre-bake dough as above.

Spread with pizza sauce.

Add your meat &/or veggie toppings. 

Then shredded mozzarella cheese and shredded Parmesan cheese.  I use approximately 6 ounces of mozzarella and 3 ounces Parmesan.  Adjust to your families preferences. 

Bake until bubbly and enjoy!