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Sicilian Style Pizza Recipe: How to Make an Authentic NY Square Pizza
If you’re craving a pizza that’s square, thick, comforting, and satisfying, Sicilian pizza is the answer. With its soft, tender…
Best Water for Pizza Dough: How Water Type Affects the Dough
Water is a key ingredient in dough and can greatly affect its properties. You may have even heard stories claiming that NY water is essential for making authentic NY pizza or bagels – but is there any truth to that? In this article, we’ll explore how water impacts pizza dough, and tackle a commonly debated question: what kind of water should you use in your dough?
Diastatic Malt Powder in Pizza Dough: What It Is, What It Does, and How to Use It for Better Pizza
Diastatic malt powder is one of those mysterious, ‘secret’ ingredients that can greatly improve your pizza. In this article, we’ll explore what malt powder is, the differences between diastatic and non-diastatic malt, how it affects both the dough and the final product, and how to use it for the best results
Sugar in Pizza Dough Explained: How It Affects Dough [Why & When to Use It]
Sugar is often viewed as a controversial ingredient in pizza dough, but this perception is misguided. In this article, we’ll discuss the role and effects of sugar in dough, why it’s used, and whether you should or shouldn’t include it in your pizza dough
Classic Neapolitan Pizza Recipe [Short or Long Fermentation]
Neapolitan pizza, also known as “Pizza Napoletana,” is a cherished part of the global pizza culture. In this recipe, you will learn how to make a classic Neapolitan pizza using either a short or long fermentation at room temperature, allowing you to achieve excellent results
Pizza Dough Kneading/Mixing Fundamentals: A Guide to the Most Important Step in Dough Making
In pizza making, much attention is given to fermentation, baking, and flour selection, while kneading often gets overlooked, not receiving the recognition it deserves. This article will lay out the theoretical and practical foundations of kneading, a step that plays a crucial and direct role in affecting pizza quality
