Quick and Easy Homemade Pizza Recipe: Dough, Sauce, and Veggie Toppings

Pizza is a beloved favorite worldwide, celebrated for its versatility and mouthwatering flavors. In this guide, we’ll walk you through making homemade pizza from scratch, including the fastest pizza dough recipe and a delicious tomato sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe is simple, quick, and incredibly satisfying.

How to Make Pizza Dough

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon yeast
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 4 cups flour
• Warm water (as needed)

Method

1. Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes.
2. Add sugar, salt, and olive oil, mixing well.
3. Gradually add flour, kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
5. Knead the dough briefly before rolling it out.

How to Make Pizza Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 can (800g) tomato paste
• 1 finely chopped onion
• 1 minced garlic clove
• 3-4 fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or other spices)
• Pinch of salt
• Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic until golden.
3. Stir in tomato paste and cook on low heat.
4. Season with salt, pepper, basil, and thyme.
5. Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Use immediately or refrigerate for later.

How to Make Vegetable Pizza

Topping Ingredients

• 1 cup chopped mushrooms
• 1 cup chopped black olives
• 4-5 sliced fresh tomatoes
• 2 sliced onions
• 2 sliced green bell peppers
• 400g grated mozzarella cheese

Assembly and Baking

1. Roll out the dough and place it in a baking tray.
2. Spread the sauce evenly over the dough.
3. Layer tomatoes, onions, peppers, mushrooms, and olives.
4. Sprinkle half the cheese on top.
5. Bake at the highest temperature for 10-15 minutes until the crust is golden.
6. Add remaining cheese and bake for 3 more minutes until melted.