Pepperoni & Italian Sausage Recipe
Make Pepperoni & Italian Sausage 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 warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
Mix Dough Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Create a well in the center, and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until the dough starts to come together, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat the 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 fit your pizza stone or baking sheet.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 8
Add Toppings
Evenly distribute pepperoni slices and crumbled Italian sausage over the cheese. Sprinkle Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan on top.
- 9
Bake the Pizza
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice and serve hot.
