Basic Pizza Dough (Emeril Lagasse) Recipe

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Basic Pizza Dough (Emeril Lagasse)
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  1. In a large bowl combine yeast with water, olive oil, salt and stir well to proof. After 5 minutes, add half of the flour and mix well to thoroughly incorporate. Add all remaining flour except 1/2 cup and mix well with your hands. Transfer dough to a lightly floured work surface and knead dough for at least 5 and up to 7 minutes, adding enough additional flour, as necessary, to form a smooth and elastic dough. Dough should not be sticky. Transfer dough to a lightly oiled 2 or 3 quart bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, usually at least 1 hour.
  2. Preheat oven to 500 degrees F and if you have a pizza stone place it on the bottom rack of the oven.
  3. Divide dough into 2 portions and form into balls. (See note below for calzones.) Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet and cover with a damp towel. Let rest for 15 minutes, then transfer to a lightly floured surface, shape as desired and roll out to a thickness of 1/4-inch. Transfer dough to a pizza peel and top with toppings of choice. Transfer to the preheated pizza stone and bake until crispy and golden brown, usually 12 to 18 minutes (depending on the toppings). Remove from the oven with a metal peel or spatula and serve immediately.
  4. Note: For calzones, divide the dough into 4 equal portions and form into 4 balls. Place on a lightly oiled baking sheet and cover with a damp towel. Let rest for 15 minutes, then transfer to a lightly floured surface and roll out into 4 (6-inch) circles. Place filling of choice in the center of 1 side of each circle, then fold dough over filling to meet edges of filled side. Crimp edges with a fork or your fingers, then cut a small slit in the top of the calzone to allow steam to escape while cooking. Cook on a preheated pizza stone in a preheated 475 degrees F oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until well-browned. Remove from the oven with a metal peel or spatula and serve immediately.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 792.32 Kcal (3317 kJ)
Calories from fat 119.37 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.26g 20%
Sodium 1752.29mg 73%
Potassium 235.48mg 5%
Total Carbs 143.98g 48%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g 26%
Protein 20.19g 40%
Iron 1.9mg 11%
Calcium 42.1mg 4%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 243.64 Kcal (1020 kJ)
Calories from fat 36.71 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.08g 20%
Sodium 538.83mg 73%
Potassium 72.41mg 5%
Total Carbs 44.27g 48%
Dietary Fiber 2.03g 26%
Protein 6.21g 40%
Iron 0.6mg 11%
Calcium 13mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 16.2
    Points
  • 20
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • cholesterol free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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