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Valentino's Pizza Crust

Valentino's Pizza Crust delivers a tender, airy base with a lightly crisp edge, perfect for baking on a stone or pan. A brief rest and hot oven bring out a flavorful, well-browned crumb that stands up to sauce and cheese without par-baking. Ideal for weeknight pizzas when you want reliable texture and fresh-baked aroma.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves12
  • DifficultyEasy
Valentino's Pizza Crust
  1. 1

    Stir the water, sugar, and yeast together until dissolved. Add the olive oil and the salt. Stir in the flour until well blended. Let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Pat the dough into a pan or onto a pizza stone using fingers dipped in olive oil. If desired, sprinkle basil, thyme, or other seasonings on the crust. Top with your favorite pizza toppings and bake for 15 to 20 minutes in a preheated 425 degree oven.