Get ready to take your Pizza game to the next level! In this hands-on daytime class, you'll learn how to make an authentic overnight Pizza Dough from scratch and prepare a classic Marinara Sauce. You'll also master techniques for shaping and stuffing New York-style Calzones with Ricotta filling.
We'll begin by combining simple ingredients like flour, yeast, water and salt to form the elastic Pizza Dough. As you learn the proper kneading methods, the Dough will transform into a smooth, supple base ready for an overnight cold fermentation - a key step for developing maximum flavor. While the Dough rests, you'll simmer up a vibrant Marinara Sauce using aromatic herbs and garlic. This jewel-red sauce will be the star topping for your Pizzas and the luscious dip for the Calzones. Then it's time to shape and top your Pizzas! You'll have an array of toppings to choose from including classic pepperoni, Italian sausage, sliced mushrooms, bell peppers and more. As the Pizzas bake, you'll tackle the Ricotta Calzone filling - a creamy blend of cheeses, Italian herbs and Parmesan. After mastering the folding and stuffing techniques, you'll bake your Calzones to golden, crispy perfection. One bite and you'll taste the delicious difference that from-scratch Dough and classic fillings make.
By the end of the class, you'll take home Pizza Dough ready for a second rise, along with your leftover Pizza and Calzone (if there are any!) and recipes to recreate these Italian classics whenever cravings strike.
