Meatball Hero Pizza 12" Recipe
Mozzarella, Parmesan, tomato sauce, meatballs, roasted red peppers, and garlic oil.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Make the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Assembling the Pizza
- 5
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll it out to a 12-inch circle.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Place the rolled-out dough onto a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 8
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the sliced meatballs and roasted red peppers. Finish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
- 9
Drizzle with Garlic Oil
Drizzle the garlic oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor.
- 10
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 11
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.