Atk's Grandma Pizza Recipe

Craving a taste of Italy? This Atk S Grandma Pizza recipe delivers a thin, crispy crust like Nonnas used to make! Unlike thicker Sicilian pies, this quick and easy recipe from America's Test Kitchen is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Get ready for a pizza experience that's unbelievably delicious and surprisingly simple!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 358.6 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Atk's Grandma Pizza

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup warm water
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • desired amount of diced tomatoes
  • desired amount of garlic cloves
  • desired amount of dry oregano
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • desired amount of parmesan cheese
  • desired amount of fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup pizza sauce

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How to Make Atk's Grandma Pizza

  1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C) with a pizza stone or baking steel inside for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup warm water (105-115°F), 1 teaspoon sugar, and 2 teaspoons active dry yeast. Let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil to the yeast mixture. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll or stretch each half into a 12-inch circle or oval.
  7. Transfer the dough to a piece of parchment paper.
  8. Spread 1/4 cup pizza sauce evenly over each crust, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
  9. Top with 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and your desired toppings.
  10. Carefully slide the pizza (on the parchment paper) onto the hot pizza stone or baking steel.
  11. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

18g

Fat

35g

Carbs

10g

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