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Category: Pizza

Delicious Pan Pizza with Focaccia Dough

April 15, 2025July 25, 2026Leave a comment

There are so many options to make your own pizza. I really enjoy my 72 hour cold proof pizza dough, but sometimes I want something faster.

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How to Make Perfect Pizza Sauce from Scratch

February 29, 2016July 25, 2026Leave a comment

To make a really epic pizza, you really only have three key ingredients, dough, sauce and cheese.

All other toppings are a matter of personal choice, but if either of these three ingredients are not spot on, it’s never going to be a brilliant pizza.

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Ultimate Recipe for Cold Rise Pizza Dough

January 26, 2016August 3, 2026Leave a comment

After trying quite a few recipes and much experimentation, I have come to the conclusion that the key to good pizza dough is a cold rise.

I have found that dough which rests in the refrigerator for 24 to 72 hours has vastly more flavor than a quick made dough. Personally, I like a 72 hours cold proof.

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