South Shore Bar Pizza: Homemade Bliss in Every Bite Recipe
Experience the authentic taste of South Shore Bar Pizza with this homemade recipe featuring a crisp crust, flavorful sauce, and a blend of sharp cheddar, fresh mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses.
- Author: Natali
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
For the Dough
- 7 fluid ounces warm water (Use warm water to activate the yeast effectively.)
- 1/2 teaspoon dry active yeast (This is the secret to that perfect rise.)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar (Enhances the yeast’s effectiveness and adds a touch of sweetness.)
- 11 1/2 ounces all-purpose flour (Provides the structure needed for a crisp crust.)
- 3 1/2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil (Adds richness to the dough; oil the bowl to prevent sticking.)
- 1 teaspoon table salt (Balances flavors and strengthens the dough.)
For the Toppings
- 1 15-ounce can Pastene California Pizza Sauce (A ready-to-use sauce that packs a flavorful punch.)
- 2 7-ounce packages 18-month aged cheddar cheese shredded (This gives an incredible sharp flavor that cheese lovers adore.)
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella shredded (Melts beautifully, creating that gooey, cheesy layer.)
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Layer it on for a salty, nutty finish.)
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil (Drizzle over the toppings for added richness.)
- Making the Pizza In a bowl, combine the warm water, dry active yeast, and granulated sugar. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes foamy, signaling that the yeast is activated.
- Mixing the Dough Ingredients In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, table salt, and 3 1/2 teaspoons of extra virgin olive oil. This mixture lays the foundation for a tasty crust.
- Forming the Dough Pour the foamy yeast mixture into the flour blend. Mix well and knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until it’s smooth and elastic.
- First Rise Shape the kneaded dough into a ball and lightly coat it with olive oil. Place it in an oiled bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot until it’s doubled in size—typically about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- Preheating Oven While the dough rises, preheat the oven according to the instructions found on your sauce and cheese packaging.
- Preparing the Dough Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and divide it in half. Roll out each half on a floured surface until it fits your pizza pan, aiming for a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
- Adding Sauce and Cheese Spread a generous layer of Pastene California Pizza Sauce over the rolled-out dough. Top it off with the aged cheddar, fresh mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
- Baking Bake the pizzas according to the instructions on your sauce and cheese packaging, keeping an eye on them until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Finishing Touches Add your favorite toppings before baking for a personalized twist.
Notes
- Use warm water to activate the yeast effectively.
- This is the secret to that perfect rise.
- Enhances the yeast’s effectiveness and adds a touch of sweetness.
- Provides the structure needed for a crisp crust.
- Adds richness to the dough; oil the bowl to prevent sticking.
- Balances flavors and strengthens the dough.
- A ready-to-use sauce that packs a flavorful punch.
- This gives an incredible sharp flavor that cheese lovers adore.
- Melts beautifully, creating that gooey, cheesy layer.
- Layer it on for a salty, nutty finish.
- Drizzle over the toppings for added richness.
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