Pepperoni & Italian Sausage Pizza Recipe
Make Pepperoni & Italian Sausage 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 warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Prepare Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix the ingredients until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot before baking the pizza.
- 6
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and transfer to a floured surface. Roll it out to your desired thickness (about 1/4 inch thick is recommended).
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
- 8
Add Toppings
Evenly distribute pepperoni slices and crumbled Italian sausage on top. Sprinkle dried oregano and crushed red pepper flakes to taste.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Cool and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot.
