House Specialty Pizza Recipe
Make House Specialty Pizza Recipe in just 1h 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Mix well.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is activated, add it to the flour mixture along with olive oil. Mix until a dough starts to form.
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm area for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out to your desired thickness.
- 8
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the marinara sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top.
- 9
Add Toppings
Evenly distribute the pepperoni, bell peppers, onion, and black olives over the cheese. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and finish with grated Parmesan cheese.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
- 11
Cool and Slice
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve.
