Costco Copycat Pizza Recipe

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Costco pizza is the best! Here is the at home recipe:

Crust 

For one large, 16-inch pizza 

Ingredients 

  • 2 ½ cups warm water ($105–

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  • ¼ cup sugar

  • 3 teaspoons instant yeast

  • ¼ cup vegetable or olive oil

  • 6 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon salt 

Instructions 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let the mixture sit for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes foamy.

  2. Add the oil, salt, and flour one cup at a time, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.

  3. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until it's smooth and elastic.

  4. Lightly grease a large bowl with oil. Place the dough in the bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

  5. Punch the dough down to release the air and let it rest for another 10 minutes before shaping. 

Sauce 

For one large, 16-inch pizza 

Ingredients 

  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce

  • 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • ½ teaspoon oregano

  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • Salt to taste 

Instructions 

  1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well.

  2. For a sweeter, more developed flavor, cook the sauce over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes. This will also help it thicken. 

Assembly and Baking 

Ingredients 

  • Prepared dough

  • Prepared sauce

  • 2 pounds low-moisture mozzarella cheese, shredded

  • 1 pound provolone cheese, shredded

  • Optional toppings like pepperoni, bell peppers, or onions 

Instructions 

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F.

  2. Liberally grease a 16-inch pizza pan or two large baking sheets with oil.

  3. Press and stretch the dough out to fill the pan or pans completely. To prevent bubbling, use a fork to poke holes across the surface of the dough.

  4. Spread the sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.

  5. Mix the shredded mozzarella and provolone cheeses. Sprinkle the cheese mixture evenly over the sauce, followed by your desired toppings.

  6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.