ITALIAN ESSENTIALS: PIZZA DOUGH SEASONING MIX

Italian Essentials: Pizza Dough Seasoning Mix image

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 18

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PLAN/PURCHASE
THE SPICE MIX
1 Tbsp dried oregano
1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
1 Tbsp dried basil
2 tsp dried dill weed
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp dehydrated onions crushed to a powder
1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
1 tsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp white pepper, freshly ground
1/4 tsp salt, kosher variety, fine grind
1/4 tsp mustard powder, i prefer coleman's
OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS
1/4 c powdered milk
1 Tbsp dried marjoram
1 Tbsp dried rosemary, crushed
1 Tbsp crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

1. PREP/PREPARE
2. OPTIONAL INGREDIENTS Many pizza makers add a bit of powdered milk to their dough. It mellows out the flour taste and makes for a more delicate crust. The marjoram and rosemary just give it a bit more of an Italian flavor, and the pepper flakes are for some kick.
3. Storage of homemade condiments and spices Because homemade spices and condiments do not contain any preservatives, it is important to store them properly. Non-reactive (glass) containers with tight-fitting lids are a must. If I am making a dry spice, I love to use old spice bottles that I have run through the dishwasher. If I am doing homemade sauces, I love using Weck jars. They are all glass, come in all sizes and shapes, and have excellent leakproof lids. If you shop online, you can go to Amazon, and type in "Weck Jars" and you will find a ton of them. Dry spices should be kept in a cool space, away from sunlight (spice cabinet), and sauces, in most cases, should be stored in the fridge. If properly stored, this spice mix should last 6 - 8 months.
4. Gather your ingredients (mise en place).
5. Add all the ingredients together, and then store, as mentioned above.
6. Make your pizza dough, then add a teaspoon or two of this seasoning to the dough as you are kneading it.
7. PLATE/PRESENT
8. Bake your pie. Enjoy.
9. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.