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Ingredients
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Base
Toppings
Finishing Touches
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pizza Dough
If using store-bought pizza dough, allow it to come to room temperature. If homemade, prepare and let it rise as per your recipe.
Assembly
- 2
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it is hot enough for baking the pizza.
- 3
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into your desired shape and thickness, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 4
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edge.
- 5
Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add pepperoni slices and sliced bell peppers. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- 6
Drizzle Olive Oil
Drizzle olive oil over the toppings to enhance flavor and help with browning.
Baking
- 7
Bake the Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Finishing Touches
- 8
Add Fresh Basil and Parmesan
Once the pizza is out of the oven, sprinkle fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
- 9
Slice and Serve
Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing it into wedges. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious delivery-style pizza!