Meat Lover's Pizza Recipe
Pepperoni, Italian sausage, bacon, ham and meatballs
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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 it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the activated yeast mixture and olive oil.
- 3
Knead Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Topping Preparation
- 5
Cook Sausage and Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned and crumbled. Add the bacon and cook until crispy. Drain excess fat.
- 6
Prepare Meatballs
If using homemade meatballs, slice them into halves or quarters. If using frozen, ensure they are cooked according to package instructions.
Pizza Assembly
- 7
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
- 8
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 9
Add Sauce and Cheese
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza peel or another baking sheet. Spread pizza sauce evenly over the dough, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top.
- 10
Add Toppings
Evenly distribute the pepperoni, cooked sausage, bacon, ham, and sliced meatballs over the cheese. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning and black pepper.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet in the oven. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Slice and Serve
Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool for a few minutes, then slice it into wedges and serve hot.