Pizza Base Recipe by Jamie Oliver

Ingredients

To make a delicious pizza base, you will need the following ingredients: 500g of strong white bread flour, 1 teaspoon of fine sea salt, 7g of sachet of fast-action dried yeast, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, and 300ml of lukewarm water.

Instructions

To start, mix the flour and salt in a large bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the yeast, oil, and water together and stir until it forms a smooth liquid. Pour the liquid mixture into the bowl with the flour and salt, and use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix everything together until it forms a dough. Once the dough has come together, turn it out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead the dough for around 10 minutes, until it's smooth, elastic, and no longer sticky. Then, place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl and cover with a damp tea towel. Leave it in a warm place to rise for around 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Once it has risen, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured work surface and knead it for 1 minute. If you're making a large pizza, divide the dough in two and shape them into two balls. If you're making a small pizza, just shape the dough into a single ball. Place the dough ball(s) onto a lightly floured tray, cover with a damp tea towel, and leave to rest for 30 minutes.

When you're ready to make your pizza, preheat your oven to its highest setting, around 250°C/450°F/gas mark 9. Divide the dough into two pieces and roll each piece out into a large circle. Place the pizza bases on oiled baking trays and cover with your favorite pizza toppings. Bake the pizzas in the oven for 8-10 minutes. Once the pizzas are golden and crispy, remove them from the oven and enjoy!

Nutrition

This pizza base recipe is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy pizza. Each serving contains approximately 340 calories and is a source of several essential nutrients, including carbohydrates, protein, and fiber. The carbohydrates in this pizza base provide energy for the body, while the protein helps to build and repair muscles and other body tissues. The fiber helps to keep the digestive system healthy and regular.

This pizza base is also a good source of essential vitamins and minerals, such as calcium, iron, magnesium, and vitamin B12. These vitamins and minerals help to keep the body healthy and functioning properly. Additionally, olive oil is a healthy fat that helps to reduce cholesterol levels and protect against heart disease.

This pizza base recipe is a great way to enjoy a tasty and nutritious meal. So why not try it out and see what you think?