Pizza Al Taglio

Pizza al taglio, or "pizza by the slice," is a popular Italian street food that is perfect for sharing with friends and family. This recipe will guide you through making your own delicious pizza al taglio at home.

Pizza Al Taglio

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 1 1/4 cups warm water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Assorted toppings (e.g., pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and yeast. Gradually add the warm water and mix until a dough forms.
  2. Add the salt and olive oil to the dough, then knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a large baking sheet.
  5. Punch down the dough and transfer it to the prepared baking sheet. Press the dough out to the edges of the sheet, creating a thick crust.
  6. Spread the tomato sauce over the dough, then sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese and your choice of toppings.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  8. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Protein
12g
Fat
14g

Supplies

Baking sheet Mixing bowl Measuring cups and spoons

Tools

Oven Pizza cutter

Serving suggestions

Serve the pizza al taglio with a side salad and a glass of Italian red wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For a crispier crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding the toppings.

Cost

$10