How to Throw a Pizza Party with Blendtec

Pizza parties are a time-honored tradition that brings friends and family together for a night of delicious food and great company. While the classic pizza-making process involves kneading dough, chopping toppings, and firing up the oven, why not add a modern twist to your pizza party by incorporating the power of a Blendtec blender? We'll show you how to throw a fantastic pizza party using your Blendtec blender to elevate your pizza game and impress your guests.

Gather Your Ingredients

Before diving into the blending magic, make sure you have all the essential ingredients on hand. You'll need:

• Pizza dough (ingredients below)
• Pizza sauce (ingredients below)
• A variety of toppings (cheese, pepperoni, vegetables, herbs, etc.)
• Olive oil
• Blendtec blender
• Pizza stones or pizza pans
• Your favorite pizza cutter and spatula

Create Unique Pizza Sauces

Blendtec blenders are perfect for creating unique and flavorful pizza sauces. Experiment with ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, garlic, herbs, and spices. Simply add your chosen ingredients to the Blendtec and blend until you achieve the desired consistency. Your guests will be amazed at the depth of flavor you can achieve with a simple twist on traditional pizza sauce. Here are some of our favorite pizza sauce recipes.

Classic Tomato Pizza Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the crushed tomatoes, minced garlic, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper into your Blendtec blender.
2. Blend on high until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Ingredients:

• 2 roasted red peppers (from a jar or freshly roasted)
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Add the roasted red peppers, garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and pepper to your Blendtec blender.
2. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking.

Classic Basil Pesto

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/2 cup pine nuts
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Place the fresh basil leaves, pine nuts, garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper into your Blendtec blender.
2. Start blending on low, then gradually increase the speed to high.
3. Slowly drizzle in the extra-virgin olive oil until the pesto reaches your desired consistency.
4. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Mix Up Unique Pizza Dough

Sure, you can buy pre-made pizza dough, but why not blend up a unique and homemade pizza dough using your Blendtec? Experiment with whole grain flours, herbs, and seasonings to create a one-of-a-kind pizza crust. The Blendtec is perfect for achieving the right texture, so your dough will be ready to roll out in minutes.

Pizza Dough

Ingredients:

• 1 tsp. active dry yeast
• 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp. Honey
• 1/8 tsp. kosher salt
• 1 1/2 tsp. vegetable or olive oil
• 1/4 cup warm water

Instructions:

1. Add water, yeast, and honey to Twister jar, and place lid on jar. Hold lid with one hand, and with other hand press "Pulse" 2 times. Allow yeast to proof 5–10 minutes.
2. Add salt, oil, and flour to jar, and place lid on jar. Hold lid with one hand, and with other hand pulse 6–8 times, turning lid counterclockwise during blending. Allow dough to rise in jar (with lid in place) until doubled.
3. Preheat oven to 450°F, and heat baking stone or pan in oven.
4. Roll out dough on well-oiled or floured surface. Place rolled-out dough on paddle, thin cutting board, or cookie sheet dusted with cornmeal. Cover dough with sauce and favorite toppings.
5. Slide pizza from cornmeal-covered surface to heated baking stone or pan by wiggling pizza gently.

Chop Toppings with Ease

Use the Blendtec Immersion Blender, which converts into a food processor, to chop your favorite pizza toppings quickly and uniformly. Whether it's dicing crunchy bell peppers, slicing onions, or mincing olives, the Blendtec blender ensures that you save time while achieving evenly distributed toppings. This uniformity not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your pizzas but also ensures a consistent flavor in every bite.

Personalize and Assemble

Envision a cozy corner in your kitchen turned into a delightful pizza assembly station, brimming with all the colorful toppings and homemade sauces whipped up in your Blendtec. This is where the magic happens! Invite your friends and family to roll up their sleeves and personalize their pizzas. It's these moments, full of laughter and choices (extra cheese, please!), that truly bring warmth and joy to your pizza party.

Bake and Enjoy

Once the pizzas are lovingly assembled, it's time to transition to baking. Start by preheating your oven to the ideal temperature, which is usually 450°F. This high heat is crucial for achieving that perfect pizza crust - golden and crispy on the outside, yet soft and chewy inside. Place your pizzas on pizza stones or baking pans, which help in evenly distributing the heat. The key is to bake until the crust is perfectly golden and the cheese atop bubbles into a gooey, irresistible layer. Bake for approximately 6–8 minutes.

Blend Up Dessert

A pizza party isn't complete without a sweet note at the end, and your Blendtec comes in handy here as well. Consider making a dessert pizza, a delightful twist to the traditional savory treat. Use your Blendtec to blend a luscious mixture of chocolate hazelnut spread, cream cheese, and fresh berries to create a rich and creamy dessert sauce. This sauce then becomes the base of your dessert pizza, spread generously over a pizza crust. Top it with a bounty of fresh berries or any fruits of your choice. This dessert pizza is not only visually stunning but also offers a decadent and satisfying finish to your culinary adventure.

Cherishing Moments at Your Blendtec Pizza Party

With the help of your Blendtec blender, you can take your pizza party to the next level by creating unique sauces, dough, and toppings that will delight your guests. The versatility of the Blendtec makes it a valuable addition to your culinary arsenal, allowing you to blend up a memorable and delicious pizza party that everyone will enjoy. So, gather your friends and family, fire up your Blendtec, and get ready for a pizza party that will be the talk of the town!