WORLD FAMOUS MAMA MARIA'S BOOTLEGGER PIZZA

World Famous Mama Maria's Bootlegger Pizza image

Provided by Food Network

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 large pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages cake or dry yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups lukewarm water
3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
4 cups ground pear tomatoes
1/2 cup ground onions
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon sugar
1 rablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 pound mozzarella, grated
1/2 pound Jack cheese, grated

Steps:

Dough:
Sprinkle the yeast and sugar in the lukewarm water, let sit until yeast bubbles up (approximately 5 minutes). Add 3 1/2 cups of the flour and salt. Mix the dough and knead until smooth. Add more flour, if needed. Make into a ball. Put into a bowl, cover and let dough rise and double in volume, about 45 minutes.
Pizza Sauce:
Mix all ingredients together in a bowl. Put aside until pizza dough is ready.
Cheese Topping:
Toss cheeses together.
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Once dough is risen, cut into 2 pieces and roll out to desired sizes. Top with sauce, cheese and your favorite toppings. Bake for 20 minutes, until crust is a golden brown.