Simple to Make New Haven Style Pizza Recipe - A Slice of Connecticut Tradition
If you’re a pizza lover, the New Haven Style Pizza Recipe should definitely be on your radar. A favorite among Connecticut locals and visitors alike!
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Servings: 5 People
Calories: 200kcal
Equipment
- Large Mixing Bowls
- Pizza Peel or Baking Sheet
- Rolling Pin
- Sharp Knife or Pizza Cutter
- Dough Scraper optional
- Oven mitts
Ingredients
For Toppings
- ¾ cup fresh clams
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsps cornmeal
- ½ cup parmesan
- 1 tbsp crushed red chili
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- ¾ cup mozzarella shredded
- ½ cup olive oil
For Dough
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose
- 1 ½ tsps dry yeast
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp sugar
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- ¾ cup warm water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 650°F or its highest setting. If you’re using a pizza stone or steel, make sure it’s preheated as well.
- In a bowl, combine sugar, yeast, and warm water. Whisk the mixture for about a minute to activate the yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the mixture to foam up.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour and kosher salt. Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and stir until everything is combined.
- Transfer the dough to a flour-dusted surface and knead it for 10 minutes. You’re looking for a smooth, elastic dough texture. If you have a stand mixer with a dough hook, this step is even easier.
- Grease another bowl with olive oil and place the dough inside. Cover it with plastic wrap and let it rise for about 2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, prepare the toppings. In a bowl, combine minced garlic, oregano, olive oil, and chopped clams with their juice. Stir the mixture and refrigerate until needed.
- Once the dough is ready, transfer it to a flour-dusted surface and roll it out into a 14-inch circle. Place the rolled-out dough on a baking sheet or pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
- Start assembling the pizza. First, spread the shredded mozzarella on the dough. Then, add the clam mixture evenly over the cheese. Sprinkle with parmesan, kosher salt, crushed red chili, and finish with a sprinkle of parsley.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes. Halfway through the baking time, drizzle the pizza with a bit of olive oil for extra flavor.
- Once the pizza is golden and crispy, remove it from the oven. Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Tips
Here are a few tips to make sure your New Haven Style Pizza Recipe turns out perfectly every time:
- Use high-quality flour for the best dough texture and flavor.
- Preheat your oven thoroughly before baking. A super-hot oven is key to achieving that crispy, charred crust.
- Roll the dough thin to get that signature New Haven-style crispy texture.
- Don’t skip the resting time for the dough. Letting it rise properly ensures the perfect crust.
- Experiment with toppings—while clams are traditional, you can add pepperoni, sausage, or veggies for your own twist.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Simple to Make New Haven Style Pizza Recipe - A Slice of Connecticut Tradition
Amount per Serving
Calories
200
% Daily Value*
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.