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Sourdough Discard Focaccia Pizza

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This Sourdough Discard Focaccia Pizza combines the tangy flavor of sourdough discard with a light, airy focaccia crust topped with fresh herbs and melted cheese for a delicious homemade pizza experience.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup sourdough discard (unfed)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for drizzling
  • 3/4 cup warm water
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme, chopped
  • Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling
  • Optional toppings: sliced cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine sourdough discard, warm water, yeast, and sugar. Stir well and let sit for 10 minutes until slightly bubbly.
  2. Add flour, salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil to the bowl. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled in size.
  5. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Lightly oil a baking sheet or pizza pan.
  6. Transfer the dough to the pan and gently stretch it out to fit, creating dimples with your fingers.
  7. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle fresh rosemary and coarse sea salt on top.
  8. Bake the focaccia base for 12 minutes until lightly golden.
  9. Remove from oven and spread marinara sauce evenly over the surface.
  10. Top with shredded mozzarella and optional toppings.
  11. Return to oven and bake for another 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, brush the focaccia pizza crust with garlic-infused olive oil before adding toppings. Serve with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

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