This is the fourth instalment of a Pinch of Salt, CCN’s culinary collaboration with celebrity Chef Daniel from Gosford’s Baker Street Cafe and Restaurant.
Chef Daniel’s next guest is Mr Entertainment himself Mr Chris King who has been performing since he was ten years old across, film, TV, theatre and radio for over 5 decades.
Chris is a well known presence in the arts on the Central Coast and anyone who is anyone knows him and his wonderful work. Chris has appeared in many films and TV series including his role as Dennis Jamieson in the long running hit TV series, ‘The young doctors.’
Chris started up the Johnny Young Talent School in the 80’s and coached many gifted singers who went on to make their mark in the music industry such as Natalie Imbruglia and Gemma Ricks.
Chef Daniel wanted to show Chris how to make simple pizza dough from scratch so he can impress his family and friends. This recipe is ideal for vegetarians and you can add your favourite topics.
In Italy your pizza is your pizza and it doesn’t come sliced. You don’t share it with anyone! They like to keep it simple and always go back to the colours of the flag, red, green and white for inspiration in their cooking.
Recipe
Ingredients:
• 350mls water
• 6g yeast
• 15g salt
• 600g pizza flour
• 300ml can tomato puree (Chef Daniel prefers Mutti brand)
• 1 Mozarella knot
Pizza dough Instructions:
1. Add yeast and salt to water and stir until dissolved
2. Add 600g flour and stir until a smooth batter
3. Sprinkle flour and kneed it on a breadboard
4. Cut into 300g balls
5. Place in covered container and let proof (rest) for minimum of 12 hours. Overnight or even up to 48 hours would be even better.
Pizza instructions:
1. Stretch dough
2. Use a spoon to spread tomato puree onto the pizza base
3. Add sliced mozzarella or any other ingredients
4. Use a pizza paddle or similar to place pizza in the oven
5. Cook at 240°C for 5 minutes
6. Fresh basil to garnish
7. Slice and serve hot
Tips:
When stretching the pizza lift it out of the container, not pull.
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Find Chef Daniel on Instagram @chefdanieloz