Veggie Pizza Recipe
Make Veggie 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 Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- 8
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Place the assembled pizza in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.