There is a lot you can do to prevent seasonal issues with your pizza dough. Start by controlling the temperature wherever you can.
Michael Kalanty: How to Create a Sourdough Starter
It's a simple 10-day process involving equal parts water and flour, says the expert baker and author of "How to Bake Bread."
11 Non-Pizza Items You Can Make With Your Existing Pizza Dough
Expand your menu—and develop new signature dishes—with fougasse, focaccia, cheese pockets and more.
Leo Spizzirri: Flour Protein and Dough Fermentation Time
Pizza dough with a total maturation of 24 hours should typically contain a protein percentage of no more than 12% to 12.5%.
How to Add Herbs and Seasonings to Your Pizza Dough
Dried herbs, spices, seasonings and flavors should be added at a starting level of 0.25% based on the amount of flour.
Here’s What You Need to Know About ’00’ Flours
You need to proceed cautiously to determine if using “00” flour will require any changes in your dough management procedure.
How to Achieve the Right Pizza Dough Temperature
If you experience problems with your dough as the seasons change, the solution is to establish a targeted finished-dough temperature.
Experts Discuss the Power of Flour in Pizza Recipes
It’s possible that key aspects of your pizza—including chew, rise and crispiness—can be improved by switching to a different flour.
Adding Garlic to Your Pizza Dough for Better Flavor
Garlic can add a savory new dimension to your finished crust, but you’ve got to be careful with it due to its dough-reducing effect.
How to Make Sub Rolls Using Pizza Dough
It takes a little practice to do it right, but most pizza dough formulations are well suited for also making your own sub rolls.
Wild Flours: Creating the Perfect Blend for Pizza Dough
Blending different types of flours will make for some unique pizza crusts with different flavors and textures—and you can charge more for them!
5 Fast Facts About Flour for Pizza Dough
Three pizza industry giants share some must-know info about the science and art of working with flour.