Scachatta Pizza Recipe
The Scachatta Pizza Recipe is a fun and cozy homemade pizza. I first made it on a quiet weekend. I wanted something different but easy.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour – 3 cups
- Warm water – 1 cup
- Active dry yeast – 2 teaspoons
- Sugar – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1 teaspoon
- Olive oil – 3 tablespoons
- Tomato sauce – 1 cup
- Mozzarella cheese – 2 cups shredded
- Bell peppers – 1 cup sliced
- Onion – ½ cup sliced
- Olives – ½ cup sliced
- Dried oregano – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
Activate the Yeast
- Mix warm water, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let it sit until foamy.
Make the Dough
- Add flour, salt and olive oil. Mix gently until soft dough forms.
Knead the Dough
- Knead dough on a floured surface for eight minutes until smooth.
Let Dough Rise
- Place dough in oiled bowl. Cover it. Let it rise for one hour.
Preheat the Oven
- Heat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare baking tray with parchment.
Shape the Dough
- Roll dough into a round shape. Place it on prepared tray.
Add Sauce
- Spread tomato sauce evenly. Leave edges clear for crust.
Add Cheese
- Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce. Cover evenly.
Add Toppings
- Add peppers, onions, and olives. Sprinkle oregano on top.
Bake the Pizza
- Bake for twenty minutes until crust is golden and cheese bubbles.
Cool and Slice
- Remove pizza from oven. Let it cool slightly. Slice and serve.
Notes
- Use whole wheat flour for texture
- Add mushrooms or spinach
- Brush crust with olive oil
- Use fresh basil after baking
- Try different cheeses