Rouge Bordeaux Pizza Crust

This pizza crust, made with Rouge Bordeaux flour, is a delightful blend of flavor and texture. It has a beautiful color and adds a subtle richness to any pizza topping you choose. Let’s get started!

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rouge Bordeaux flour
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 cup warm water (about 110°F or 43°C)

Cooking Instructions

1. Mix the Ingredients:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rouge Bordeaux flour, all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.
   • In a separate bowl, mix the warm water with olive oil.

2. Form the Dough:

   • Gradually add the liquid mixture to the flour blend and mix until a dough begins to form.

3. Knead the Dough:

   • Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until it’s smooth and elastic. If the dough feels too sticky, sprinkle in a little more all-purpose flour as needed.

4. First Rise:

   • Shape the kneaded dough into a ball and place it in a lightly oiled bowl, turning to coat the surface.
   • Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

5. Shape the Pizza Dough:

   • Once the dough has risen, punch it down and turn it out onto a floured surface.
   • Divide the dough in half to make two medium pizzas or keep it whole for one large pizza.
   • Roll out the dough or stretch it by hand to your desired thickness and shape.

6. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.

7. Top and Bake:

   • Transfer the rolled-out crust to a parchment-lined pizza peel or baking sheet.
   • Top with your favorite pizza sauce, cheese, and toppings.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crispy.

8. Serve:

   • Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm!