what makes a good pizza? the important components to pizza crust
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What Makes a Good Pizza?
The Important Components to Pizza Crust
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Flour
Flour provides the structure in baked goods.
Gluten- Is the protein structure that is found in flour.
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Yeast
• Living microorganism until it is destroyed by heat. As yeast grows and multiplies it gives off carbon dioxide which causes the dough to rise.
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Sugar
• Adds sweetness and flavor to baked goods. Adding sugar to yeast will feed the yeast and help it begin producing gas. This gas will help the dough rise.
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Water
• Water adds moistness and texture to baked goods. The steam cell in the yeast will increase the final amount of dough.
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Salt
Salt enhances the flavor and sweetness of the baked good. With yeast the salt adds in the fermentation process.
Fermentation- Converting sugar to gas. The fermentation process allows the yeast to activate.
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Oil or Margarine
• Adds tenderness and moisture. Fat is what makes the baked good taste good. Fats in a baked good enhance the overall flavor.
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Cornmeal
• Prevents sticking of the dough to the pizza pan.