07/25/2026
New York style pizza features a large, foldable crust that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside, topped with rich tomato sauce and melted cheese. ๐๐ง
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
3 1/2 cups bread flour ๐ฅฃ
1 1/3 cups ice-cold water ๐ง
2 teaspoons active dry yeast
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil ๐ซ
For the Sauce and Toppings:
1 can (28 oz) whole peeled San Marzano tomatoes, crushed by hand ๐
2 cloves garlic, minced ๐ง
1 teaspoon dried oregano ๐ฟ
1 teaspoon salt
16 oz low-moisture whole milk mozzarella cheese, shredded ๐ง
Fresh basil leaves for topping ๐
Cooking Instructions:
* Make the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together the bread flour, sugar, and salt. In a measuring cup, mix the cold water, yeast, and olive oil. Pour the liquid into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Knead for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic. ๐ฅฃ
* Cold Ferment: Divide the dough into two equal balls. Place each in an oiled container, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 24 to 48 hours to develop maximum flavor and texture. โ๏ธ
* Prep the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the crushed canned tomatoes, minced garlic, dried oregano, and salt. Mix well and set aside. ๐
* Preheat and Shape: Preheat your oven and pizza stone to its highest setting, usually 550ยฐF (285ยฐC), for at least an hour. Take one ball of dough out and let it come to room temperature. Gently stretch and toss the dough into a large 16-inch thin circle without using a rolling pin to preserve the air bubbles. ๐ฅฎ
* Assemble: Transfer the stretched dough onto a peel dusted with cornmeal or semolina flour. Ladle a thin layer of sauce over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Evenly scatter the shredded mozzarella cheese across the top. ๐
* Bake: Slide the pizza directly onto the preheated pizza stone. Bake for 6 to 8 minutes until the crust is golden brown and charred in spots, and the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned. โฒ๏ธ
* Serve: Remove from the oven, top with fresh basil leaves, let cool for a minute, slice into massive triangles, and fold to eat! ๐โจ
