Scachatta Pizza Recipe
The Scachatta Pizza Recipe, a beloved gem originating from Tampa, is known for its unique combination of Sicilian-inspired thick crust and a hearty meat sauce topping.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling Pin
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
- Saucepan
- Kitchen scale
- Pizza Cutter
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 300 ml warm water
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 500 g ground beef
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 800 g canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
- Chopped green olives
- Sliced mushrooms
Instructions
- Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil, mixing until the dough forms. Knead on a floured surface until smooth. Let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Sauce: While the dough rises, heat a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic until the meat is browned. Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes until thickened.
- Assemble: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface to fit your baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread the meat sauce evenly over the dough, adding olives and mushrooms if desired.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden and cooked through.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then slice and serve.
Notes
- Ensure the dough is thoroughly kneaded to achieve the perfect crust texture.
- Allow the sauce to simmer properly to develop deeper flavors.
- Use a preheated oven to ensure an evenly baked crust.
- If you prefer a crispy crust, bake directly on a preheated pizza stone.
- Experiment with toppings, although traditional Scachatta is often served without cheese.