Gluten-Free Pizza Class

Learn the secrets to making a tasty gluten-free pizza crust. You will learn the classic Italian approach to pizza making, as applied to a gluten-free crust. Pizza dough must have a certain elasticity, crispiness and flavor, all challenging characteristics to obtain without a high-gluten flour. You will learn how to create a delicious gluten-free pizza dough, using a gluten-free flour blend, key flavor-enhancing toppings and high-temperature baking techniques. We will demo how to make a fresh tomato sauce and discuss selection and application of traditional pizza toppings. The class will include an overview of the origin, history and culture of pizza-making and regional traditions in Italy today. Students will take home a recipe packet and shopping list of ingredients for fail-proof gluten-free pizza dough.Anna Mays is an anthropologist who enjoys researching and teaching about world culinary traditions, agricultural practices and the intersection between food, diet, culture and well-being.