Meat Lovers Pizza Recipe
pepperoni, sausage, bacon, ham
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mixing Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the olive oil and activated yeast mixture.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Prepare Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese on top.
- 8
Add Toppings
Layer the pepperoni slices, crumbled sausage, chopped bacon, and sliced ham evenly over the cheese. Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
- 9
Season
Sprinkle dried oregano and basil over the top of the pizza.
- 10
Bake Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.
