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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Prepare the Dough
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
Assemble and Bake
- 4
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 5
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 2-4 portions. Roll out each portion on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 6
Add Toppings
Spread tomato sauce over the dough, sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, and add your preferred toppings such as pepperoni, bell peppers, onion, and olives.
- 7
Bake Pizzas
Transfer the pizzas to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve hot.
