kilikini said:
Ok, if you can do it, I can do it. The thought of yeast/dough scares the
bejeepers out of me. Hmmm, wish you could teach me. I know if I can watch
someone do it, I can do it, too.
kili
I never woud have ventured into it if it wasn't required for work! So
glad I did. I've used the dough so far for 2 pizzas, a set of herbed
cheesy breadsticks, and calzones. Next I want to try breakfast
calzones, with ricotta and some preserves in em.
This dough is easy.......you mix it up and let it rise, then just punch
it down and knead a little before using. Not as intimidsating as I'd
though.
1 packet dry yeast
1 c bath-temperature warm water
3 c flour
1 T olive oil
1 t salt
Dissolve yeast in water for about 5 - 10 minutes, until it looks soft
and no longer grainy.
In a food processor or using a stand mixer, add in flour,salt, olive
oil.
Mix about 2 - 3 minutes til a dough ball form. If you have a Kitchen
Aid mixer, their recip3e says to continue mixing / kneading with the
dough hook for 2 more minutes.
Remove dough from mixer, into lightly oiled bowl. Cover with a damp
dishtowel. Let stand in a warm, draft-free place for an hour.
Remove the dough to a floured surface and knead for a few minutes,
until the dough feels smooth.
Roll out. I like thin crust so this makes 2 large pizzas or calzones
for me.
Bake in a very very preheated oven at 450 for about 10 minutes.
So far it's worked for me every time. But if you wanna trek to Va
Beach, i'll goadly give you a lesson! You can do it.....If I could
conquer my fear, so can you!!
