Lunchtime Pizza

A simple and satisfying pizza made just for one. Soft homemade dough creates a light base with a plump, airy edge. Finished with tomato sauce, melted mozzarella, and fresh toppings, it is perfect for a relaxed lunch.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Rising Time 1

Total Time 1 25

Servings Pizza

Ingredients

Dough:

Tomato Sauce:

100 g chopped tomatoes tinned or fresh
1 clove garlic small finely chopped
1 tsp olive oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
1 pinch dried oregano

Toppings:

80 g mozzarella torn into pieces
5 leaves basil
4 large sundried tomatoes sliced or a small handful of olives
olive oil

Instructions

Prepare the dough:

Add the flour, yeast and salt to a bowl. Mix well. Pour in the warm water and olive oil, then bring everything together into a soft dough. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
100 g strong white bread flour, ½ tsp instant yeast, ¼ tsp salt, 70 ml warm water, 1 tsp olive oil

Let it rise:

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl. Cover it and leave it in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Make the sauce:

Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over a medium heat. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in the tomatoes, salt, pepper and oregano. Let it simmer for 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened. Allow it to cool.
100 g chopped tomatoes, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp olive oil, salt, black pepper, 1 pinch dried oregano

Shape the pizza:

Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan) or gas mark 7. Place a baking tray inside to heat. Punch down the dough and shape it into a small round, about 8–10 inches wide. Leave the edges slightly thicker for a plump crust.

Add the toppings

Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce over the base. Scatter the torn mozzarella evenly. Add the sundried tomatoes or olives.
80 g mozzarella, 4 large sundried tomatoes

Bake:

Carefully place the pizza onto the hot tray. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted and bubbled.

Finish and serve:

Remove from the oven and scatter over the fresh basil leaves. Drizzle lightly with olive oil.
5 leaves basil, olive oil
Slice and serve straight away.

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