Pepperoni Recipe
Pepperoni, mozzarella, & tomato sauce
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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, mix warm water with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center, then add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms. Transfer to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Assembly and Baking
- 5
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 6
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 7
Add Tomato Sauce
Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
- 8
Add Cheese and Pepperoni
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then evenly distribute the pepperoni slices on top.
- 9
Bake Pizza
Transfer the pizza to a baking sheet or pizza stone and bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 10
Serve
Remove from the oven, slice, and serve hot.