Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBertucci's Italian RestaurantBig Papi Pizza Recipe

Big Papi Pizza Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Loaded with hand-crafted meatballs, crispy pepperoni, mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, pickled hot cherry peppers, house-made tomato sauce and drizzled with hot honey.

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Ingredients

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Pizza Ingredients

Method

Pizza Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meatballs

    In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Pecorino Romano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Form into small meatballs and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes or until cooked through.

  2. 2

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) with a pizza stone inside, if available.

  3. 3

    Roll Out the Dough

    On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness. Transfer to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

  4. 4

    Add the Sauce and Toppings

    Spread the house-made tomato sauce evenly over the dough. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top, followed by the crispy pepperoni slices and baked meatballs. Add pickled hot cherry peppers for an extra kick.

  5. 5

    Bake the Pizza

    Carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated stone or place the baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

  6. 6

    Finishing Touches

    Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven. Drizzle hot honey over the top and sprinkle with fresh basil if desired. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.

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